The Dependence on Mobile Devices, Along with Its Repercussions for Society and Health
Modern beings are no longer content to merely exist in the physical world as a result of the lightning-fast pace at which science and technology are growing. The real world and the realm of virtual reality seem to collide with us at an ever-increasing frequency, and we find ourselves frequently switching between the two. Our lives in the virtual sphere have already started to become increasingly integrated with the real world. People living in the modern era devised the phrase "digital world" in order to refer to this progression in human cultural expression. Despite the undeniable fact that technological advancements have the potential to make our lives a great deal more bearable, the excessive use of modern conveniences such as smartphones, laptops, and other similar devices has thrown off the social atmosphere of our homes and families, resulting in an unbalanced social environment. Children of today would prefer be playing games on their smartphones than listening to their grandparents' stories about when they were younger.
People of all ages are now preoccupied with their mobile
devices to the point where they have little to no time for activities that have
any real importance to them. This also applies to youngsters. It is not unusual
to find members of the same or different families lounging around the house
with their own mobile devices, either in separate rooms or in the same room but
in various nooks and crannies. This can happen with members of the same family
or members of different families. The state of affairs has deteriorated to the
point where people do not give it a second thought before using their
smartphones while attending a funeral, a burial, or any other ceremony linked
with melancholy. Even though it was disrespectful to the sacred nature of the
cemetery, I was able to find the time to watch the video that was recently
circulated on social media. In the video, a person is seen sitting on the final
stone that is all that is left of a grave and checking Facebook while doing so.
Even I was able to find the time to watch it. This pattern contributes
absolutely nothing positive to the society in which we currently reside in any
manner, shape, or form.
Our younger generation is growing increasingly detached
from the real world as a direct result of this virtual environment, and as a
consequence, their lives are becoming increasingly routine. In addition to
this, having this mindset leads in a generation of young people who lack moral
concepts such as cooperation, mutual respect, tolerance, feelings, love, and
affection. This is because such ideas are taught to them by adults who have
this mentality. [Further citation is required] In addition, using smartphones
for an excessive amount of time results in decreased amounts of face-to-face
engagement with close friends and family members. In recent years, there has
been a shift away from spending time in person interacting with real people in
favor of substantial amounts of time spent interacting with total strangers
online. These interactions are meaningless and do not lead to the development
of any actual bonds between individuals. After a period of time, this may lead
to feelings of loneliness and depression.
Not only does it have an impact on our relationships with
other people, but it also has extremely significant implications for our
physical well-being. One such trend that manifests itself is the practice of
using a mobile phone when one is consuming food. This pattern of eating when
one is preoccupied or anxious is problematic and will lead to complications.
concerns regarding health There is a fine line to walk between using a mobile
device in a sensible manner and using it in an unhealthy and compulsive manner.
It's possible to get dependent on one's mobile device to the point that they
develop an addiction to using it. 6.3% of the whole population is addicted to
their smartphone, according to the data that were presented in an academic
journal that was vetted by other academics and is disseminated by the National
Library of Medicine. The incidence of substance misuse is highest among people
under the age of 30, with an average of 16% of teenagers being addicted to the
substance in question. This obsessive behavior of using a psychological test
repeatedly A psychological assistance to sleep can lead to difficulties such as
decreased deficit, lower creativityion, reduced worry, lowered stress,
increased likelihood of loneliness and insecurity. relational problems, poor
academic performance, and mental health issues.
When they first get their hands on a cell phone, many
adolescents describe the experience as being similar to that of a child at a
toy store. Because app stores offer what seems to be an unlimited selection of
games and other content, it is not hard to understand how adolescent users can
become dependent on their mobile devices. The brain of an individual who is a
teenager is still in the process of developing and changing. The brain of a
teenager is more receptive to things that could lead to addiction, such as
video games and social networking, and as a result, teenagers are more likely
to become addicted to these activities. At this crossroads, the million-dollar
dilemma that emerges is whether one ought to keep one's mouth shut and serve as
a silent spectator or whether one ought to take action toward reformation.
Absolutely not; the harmful changes that have taken place in the system can be
undone by the people because they have the ability to do so. In this setting,
the family, which is an institution that is desperately needed, is in a
position to play a vital role because of the circumstances that have been
created.
It is possible for children to automatically absorb the
value system of their parents from their parents, as adults tend to stick to
certain habits and views. Children learn essential life skills such as ethics
and morals from the guidance and example of their parents and other adults in
their lives. The more experienced members of the family immediately rectify any
circumstance that goes against the family's principles, so assuring that these
standards are in no way compromised in any way. The more seasoned members of
the family frequently serve as a source of invaluable knowledge and experience
that may be drawn upon. A person's grandparents, who have amassed a vast amount
of experience, wisdom, and knowledge over the course of their lives, can act as
a guiding force in the process of a life transformation. This is because
grandparents have lived longer and therefore have more life to share with their
grandchildren. All of this becomes doable for them if they cut back on the
quantity of modern technology that they use. The All-Mighty Allah (SWT) has
endowed human beings with the ability to reason, the capacity for reflection,
and the correct understanding of how to make a comparison between two different
scenarios, regardless of whether or not the situations are positive or
negative. This ability to reason was given to human beings by Allah (SWT). As a
result, the time has come for us to make some positive adjustments to our
thinking and become more proficient with the tools and technology that are
available in the modern world.
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