Technology Addiction
Cryptocurrency Addiction: A Very Real Danger
The hyper-digital age we live in brings many benefits, from one-click online shopping to AI-powered research. However, this new age also entails many dangers to our physical and mental well-being. One such danger that is now emerging as a very real threat to younger, digitally-savvy audiences is that of cryptocurrency addiction. Cryptocurrency addiction forms a…
Read MoreBeyond Like & Follows: The Impact of Mobile Phones on Mental Health
Mobile phones have become one of the most common features of everyday life as the world has continued to step into a digital era, but the impact that they can have on mental health is a rising concern across the UK. Although there can be some positive elements to technology and having a phone, there…
Read MoreNavigating the Nexus: Internet Addiction and ADHD Unveiled
In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, the mix of technology and human behaviour has seen a rise in the connections between internet addiction and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Screens have become ever present in daily life and now feature in virtually everything that we do. The lines between leisure and compulsion are starting to…
Read MoreThe Impact of Technology on Addiction and Recovery
In our modern world, it’s hard to escape the influence of technology. It’s not just a tool for convenience; it’s deeply woven into how we go about our daily lives. This all-encompassing digital presence is particularly noteworthy when it comes to the topics of addiction and recovery. Living in the 21st century means being surrounded…
Read MoreSpotting Teen Internet Addiction
In a world where everyone is connected to the internet but seems more disconnected than ever, it’s hard to find someone that isn’t glued to their phone, including teenagers or even children. Traditional views of addiction may assume substance use, but behavioural addictions are real and can have detrimental effects on our lives. However, because…
Read MoreJune 30th – Social Media Day
Is social media addiction real? With June 30th approaching us as national social media day, an addiction often brushed off and ignored is social media addiction. What is a social media addiction? A social media addiction is a behavioural addiction that is defined as having an uncontrollable urge to check, log in or use social…
Read MoreEverything you need to know about video game addiction
Ever since the 1950s, gaming has increased in popularity to the point where for some individuals it is causing more serious problems. Video game addiction has been raising concerns for parents and partners who are worried their loved ones could suffer long term effects by playing video games in excess. Here we explain everything you…
Read MoreDigital Addiction Increases Loneliness and Depression
Smartphones are an integral part of most people’s lives, allowing us to stay connected and in-the-know at all times. The downside of that convenience is that many of us are also addicted to the constant pings, chimes, vibrations and other alerts from our devices, unable to ignore new emails, texts and images. Study: published in…
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