The Effect of Electronic Devices on Teens
There is growing concern that young people are spending excessive amounts of time using electronic media. Much of this time is spent playing computer games. Teens and children who become hooked on these games can play for dozens of hours at a time, often without breaks to eat, sleep, or even use the bathroom. While there may be some value in using these devices, heavy use of electronic media can have significant negative effects on children’s behavior, health, and school performance. (parallel)
Youngsters who spend time playing games on these devices often have behavioral problems. This is because many of these games contain simulated violence. A game like “Call of Duty” involves significant amounts of killing and destruction, and after playing for some time, this killing becomes meaningless for the player. In fact, they can even become immune to it. As a results, they are more inclined to act violently themselves. These students are more likely to fight with their peers and argue with their teachers. In addition, they find it harder to behave with understanding when they see other people in need.
A second concern is the health consequences for young people who spend too much time using electronic media. Because they do not move for long periods of time, they do not get the necessary exercise for their growing bodies. This affect their skeletal and muscle strength and can lead to black ache and other posture problems. In addition, they often eat badly and snack on high calories junk food instead of taking the time to eat a meal with their family, or prepare something for themselves. As a result, they can experience significant weight gain. A final problem is sleep deprivation. Young people can often play into the early hours of the morning. They need at least nine hours of sleep a night, and without this they could suffer from poor memory or depression.
Schoolwork can suffer too when too much time is spent on a computer or using a digital device. Students have less time for reading and studying, so they often do not do their homework or prepare for tests. In addition, because they are constantly stimulated by technology, they do not develop the necessary skills that allow them to process thoughts deeply and more creatively. Furthermore, because they are used to dealing with so much stimulation, they can lose the ability to focus on what is most important. Consequently, they find it hard to concentrate in lessons. Finally, when students stay up late playing games, they are often too tired to work properly in class.
In conclusion, young people have to understand that spending too much time in front of a screen will affect the way they behave, their health, and their academic success. They need to learn that life away from the screen is interesting. They need to become curious about people and interaction. They need to develop the social skills that are so important for their success in life.
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