“There are only three reasons for a distraction. An internal trigger, an external trigger or a planning problem,” says Nir Eyal.
Tag: Tech Addiction
What Tech Addiction Treatment Looks Like
Though the treatment has been described as intense, patients with gaming disorder say it has allowed them to regain control over their lives.
Candy Crush Exec Doesn't Think Players Are Addicted To The Game
The Candy Crush exec was questioned about the excessive amounts of money and time players spend on the best-selling phone game.
"Fortnite" Addiction Is Becoming More Prominent For Kids, Teens
One expert says games like Fortnite are similar to heroin “once you are hooked, it’s hard to get unhooked.” Whether or not tech addiction exists is still up for debate, but parents around the country are saying that their kids and teens are no doubt addicted to the video game Fortnite, prompting some parents to… Continue reading "Fortnite" Addiction Is Becoming More Prominent For Kids, Teens
Does Tech Addiction Play A Role In Workplace Mental Health Issues?
Mental health in the workplace is an evolving issue that needs to be addressed. While technology is largely helpful in today’s professional world, it can also be somewhat hindering for mental health, according to Mike Serbinis, the founder and CEO of Canada-based employee benefits platform League. “If people feel like they always have to be… Continue reading Does Tech Addiction Play A Role In Workplace Mental Health Issues?
Is Social Media As Addictive As Cocaine?
One expert suggests that media-stoked fears about addictive technology only serve to divert attention from pressing problems like online privacy and user consent. Following a recent spate of headlines likening social media to hard drugs, some psychologists deny they’re similar at all. According to Business Insider, scientists from the Oxford Internet Institute believe it’s not… Continue reading Is Social Media As Addictive As Cocaine?
New Apple Technology Aims To Address Tech Addiction
“There’s clearly users out there worried about the amount of time they’re spending, or the amount of distraction or interruptions that they get. So we thought really deeply about this,” said Apple CEO Tim Cook. Smartphones have been blamed for the fact that many people are increasingly reliant on technology, spending hours each day swiping… Continue reading New Apple Technology Aims To Address Tech Addiction
How Online Dating Affects Mental Health
A new study revealed that online dating can impact mental health in a variety of ways and may even lead to tech addiction. These days finding someone to date should be easier than ever. After all, dating apps can tell you who is near by, what they’re after in a partner, and even what they… Continue reading How Online Dating Affects Mental Health