What negative impacts has modern technology had on your life?

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Janu Lingeswaran · Accepted Answer

Addiction. A lot of modern technogoly is built to make you addicted.

I try to careful on how I use technology.

Goluraja · Answer

Sometimes I feel like I’m always connected and never get a real break. It’s hard to unplug and just relax without thinking about checking  my phone or emails.

Udaya Sri · Answer

Less time to interact with nature doing nothing.

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Modern technology has definitely made me more connected but also more distracted. Constant notifications and the pressure to always be online can be overwhelming. It sometimes feels like I’m losing touch with real-life interactions and missing out on spontaneous moments.

Karen Anderson · Answer

Same here, the conveniences of modern tech definitely come with drawbacks. I try to set boundaries like not checking my phone first thing in the morning and taking regular digital detoxes. Also making an effort to have more in-person interactions and experiences. It's all about finding a healthy balance.

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@nathancovey often delay sleeping because they are still engrossed in technology

Nathan Covey · Answer

Worse sleep

Sinforiano Lavalais · Answer

Sometimes I feel overwhelmed by the pressure to be always online and available. It affects my work life balance.

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With all the  apps and notifications, it’s really easy to get distracted. I feel like I have a shorter attention span  now because I’m constantly switching between tasks.

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I’ve noticed that I spend way too much time on social media. It’s so easy to get sucked into scrolling for hours, and I end up  feeling unproductive and kind of drained.

Jofra Glies · Answer

Social media has sometimes made me feel more isolated. Seeing everyone’s curated highlight reels can be tough and make it feel like I’m missing out or not doing enough.

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I’ve experienced some privacy concerns with the amount of personal data that tech companies collect. It’s unsettling knowing how much information is out there and how it’s being used.

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I’ve noticed that constant connectivity has made it harder to truly disconnect and relax. It’s easy to get caught up in work emails or social media, even during personal time.

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difficult to balance time

Aquiles Byars · Answer

I find myself distracted all the time because of constant notifications. It’s hard to focus on tasks without interruptions.

What negative impacts has modern technology had on your life?

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