The Seventh Kingdom: Is Technology Addiction Real Jan. 2015 | Page 8

INTRODUCTION

Digital technology is a fundamental part of everyday life, used
for both work and leisure. However without moderation and time
,
management, usage of digital technology can becomes problematic.

There are a number of issues associated with digital technology addiction. Addicts often
prioritise technology before their own health which affect chemical levels in the brain,
causing individuals to act out of character due to their dependence on their devices. It is
becoming increasingly common to interact with a machine which has resulted in the lack
of real life social interaction. This is extremely detrimental to character development. Many

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PRE-FACE