Modern technology has undoubtedly enhanced our lives in numerous,
powerful ways--we can now communicate in real time with friends and
colleagues around the world, and do mundane tasks such as shopping or
banking at a touch. But has there been a detrimental effect on our
health and happiness? Is Technology Making Us Sick? assesses the
impact of our increased screen time and everyday interactions with
modern technology, the ways we relate to others, and on our mental and
physical health.
In Is Technology Making Us Sick?, expert Ian Douglas traces the
development of human interaction with technology over the last thirty
years. His in-depth analysis dissects the key issues, including the
consequences of social media and gaming on self-esteem, brain
development, anxiety levels, loneliness, depression, and personal
relationships; and the impact on our stress levels of always being
plugged into the internet. Ultimately, Is Technology Making Us Sick?
offers strategies to combat habit-forming products and presents ways to
take advantage of revolutionary technology without falling victim to its
negative impacts.