by admin | Mar 7, 2025 | addiction, facebook, Instagram, Internet News, News, Social media, The Conversation, Twitter, X
The typical adult in the UK spends nearly two hours on social media per day. And for younger users, this can easily be up to five hours. The likes of Instagram or TikTok seem to draw us into their ever-changing feeds, and it’s difficult to tear ourselves away from... by admin | Nov 22, 2024 | addiction, devices, digital well-being, News, Other Tech News, screen time, Social media, The Conversation
In an era where digital devices are everywhere, the term “screen time” has become a buzzphrase in discussions about technology’s impact on people’s lives. Parents are concerned about their children’s screen habits. But what if this entire approach to screen time is... by admin | Sep 30, 2024 | addiction, Apps, Games, iPad, kids, News, Other Tech News, The Conversation
Ever found yourself unable to resist checking out a social media notification? Or sending a random picture just to keep a Snapchat “streak” going? Or simply getting stuck staring at YouTube because it auto-played yet another cute cat video? If so, you’re far from... by admin | Feb 26, 2024 | addiction, App News, Dating apps, News, The Conversation, Tinder
A class-action lawsuit filed in the United States against Match Group – the parent company of dating apps Tinder, Hinge and The League – is making headlines around the world. The claimants accuse Match of having a “predatory” business model and using “recognised... by admin | Jan 3, 2023 | addiction, News, Other Tech News, Smartphones, Technology, The Conversation
Through social distancing mandates, lockdown measures and restrictions on gatherings and services, the pandemic has brought about widespread changes to how modern societies function. And everyone has become more reliant on smartphones. One study found smartphone use... by admin | Nov 13, 2022 | addiction, News, Other Tech News, phones, phubbing, Social media, The Conversation
It’s pretty normal to walk through a university campus and see students sitting together, yet ignoring each other for their smartphones – but not in Spain. I’m currently visiting the University of Navarra, where each time I pass the open space outside the Institute...