Summary Of Addicting To Phones By April Frawley Birdwell

Carr’s diction heightens the power and control behind the cellphone. He argues that even though cell phones offer “convenience and diversion” they can additionally “breed anxiety”(Carr 1). Smartphones create our anxiety which amplifies our problems. The more people use their phones, the more anxious they become and their only relief to anxiety is to look at our phones. “Using a smartphone, or even hearing one ring or vibrate, produces a welter of distractions that make it harder to concentrate on a difficult problem or job” (Carr 2). The word ‘welter’ illustrates a profusion

We all carry a smartphone. We have what some might call an addiction for them. They are convenient in certain classes and easy to use. They are also our own escape. We can easily talk to

Cell phones and the computers are similar to each other in many different ways. One of the most common similarities is the internet aspect. With everyone connected to the internet, the adverse effects can spread throughout like a virus. “A Nielsen study released in 2010 indicated that texting was the primary reason for purchasing mobile phones and that text communication had become a "’centerpiece of mobile teen behavior.’" The modern smartphone of the 2010s is a powerful computing device, and the rapid and ongoing development of new applications provides users with a growing number of ways to use mobile phones for recreation, productivity, and social communication” (Issitt 2016). In the following Issitt states, “however, as smartphones have become more common, concerns about the detrimental effects of smartphone use have also increased.” (Issitt 2016). Issitt expresses the large growth of people with smartphones has its positives and negatives. The positives being the ability to communicate, but the negative being the effects on relationships with one another. An example of the negative side of things is the lack of interaction with people. People are more likely to call or text instead of interacting with one another. The lack of interaction can ruin relationships, or make people feel unwanted. In the article “Eurasian Journal of Educational Research,” the writer states that the internet, “can transform into an addictive instrument in excessive usage situations.” (Gunduz 2017). The statement explains the issue of the unnecessary use of the internet as a growing addictive process that is taking over more and more

I Can’t Put Down My Phone” by Margret Kaminski talks about how the majority of people are addicted to their cell phones. She talks about a student who experienced a panic attack because he left his phone at home. Margret mentions that the sounds of the phone are meant to grab our attention, but we should try to spend less time on our phone. It is hard for people to focus on homework or anything else when there is a phone right next to them (Kaminski).

When people think of addictions, usually, drugs and chemical substances come to mind. A frequent trend observed in today’s age is not being able to go anywhere without one’s digital device and being addicted to that device, especially one’s cell phone. Adopting a cell phone separation anxiety, is a type of behavioral addiction that is seen more and more today. On average, people are spending about three hours on their phones each day. Alter states, “‘Behavioral addictions are really widespread now...risen with the adoption of newer more addictive social networking platforms, tablets and smartphones’” (Dreifus). As new technologies that cater to people’s wants increase, addiction to these technologies will increase as well. People become so attached to their phones that they will perhaps get distracted from their current situation. In the article “Hooked On Our Smartphones”, the author Jane E. Brody talked about how sometimes commuters or drivers put themselves in a dangerous position when they pay more attention to their phone instead of what surrounds them. The almost

Often through the course of history new inventions drastically change elements of society. The printing press allowed the mass production of books, leading to more education for many people. Today’s world is rapidly changing, and new technology is being invented frequently. Video games should be used in school to promote teamwork as well as teach new skills and material to the student. Additionally, video games could become an invaluable tool for teachers and educators to assess the learning style of a student, and therefore better prepare them to help that student learn. As Andy Serkis put it “Every age has its storytelling form, and video

Birdwell's (2007) article, "Addicted to phones?", describes a problem about some people are addicted to phones. She focuses on the negative effects of phones dependence and encourages people to control themselves to use the phone. She states that anxious is one of the effects of phones dependence.

Humanity is willingly giving away their free will to technological devices, most commonly, cell phones. Many studies have occurred to prove Forster’s idea that extreme technological advancements can interfere with free will. Cell phone addiction has become a real addiction in today’s society with many harmful side effects. “In fact, nomophobia (the fear of being without your mobile device) is now recognized as a serious issue – with rehab facilities available to help you” (Leonard). Many symptoms of cell phone addiction include: anxiety and depression, stress, sleep problems, as well as social isolation (Leonard). Eighty-two percent of society is aware of the addiction (Leonard), yet humanity consciously chooses to prioritize cell phones. As with all addictions, cell phone addiction has withdrawal symptoms. “A 2011 study called ‘The World Unplugged’ surveyed almost 1,000 University students in 10 different countries. The students were asked to avoid cellphones, laptops and social networking for 24 hours. A ‘clear majority’ suffered significant mental and physical distress, panic, confusion and extreme isolation during the withdrawal period, with most students failing to go the full day without their fix” (Leonard). Society today is giving up their free will to technology; the more society allows technology to consume the mind, the harder it becomes to live without

Are we addicted to our cell phones? This is a common question that has arisen in the past several years as our phone technology and capabilities continue to increase. According to recent statistics, 85% of the U.S. population are cell phone users (Chen).We Americans use our cell phones to do just about everything. We talk, text, check our E-mail, surf the Internet, and interact in social networking, all on our phones. Because our phones have become so resourceful to us in our everyday lives, many say that cell phones have become addicting. Cell phones in today 's life have become very addicting to many people, and there are many ways in which to show how they are addicting.

People use cellphones as support to overcome situations they do not want to be in. Tayana Povona stated that “Cellphones make it easier for people to disconnect with problems and stresses of reality” (Povona 1). Eventually turning to a cellphone constantly when in an uncomfortable situation will lead to the formation of a habit to do so in all uncomfortable situations. A study was conducted by Povana to prove her point. She states “the study conducted that had 72 students spend five minutes writing about a flaw or weakness that made them uncomfortable” (Povona 2). During the study, one set of students had no access to their cellphones. Another set of students were only allowed to use a computer game. The last set of students did have access to their cellphones. The students who had the lowest anxiety levels were those who had access to their cellphones. Within the students that suffered from anxiety, 82% of them used their phones during the waiting period. Psychologists conclude that cellphones comfort people, which could affect communication and coping

In “Jessie Brown: Who Says Smartphone Addiction is bad thing? The case for constant connectivity” (Brown, 2012), Brown claims that the cellphone is not the problem, in fact, it is the person and how they choose to value their time while using smartphones.

The cell phone has become a centerpiece of everyday life as cell phones are evolving and have been increasing their functionalities. Today, we use them today for many others reasons than what cell phones were originally designed to do. People are using them so often that they are becoming dependent on their phones that they have even become addicted to them. Those who are addicted to their cell phones struggle to stay away from them for a certain period of time and become so indulged in all of the unique things they can provide. With cell phone addiction comes many problems or issues that can occur in an individual’s life. Cell phone addiction has lead to differences in people mentally, physically, and behaviorally.

Thesis: The usage of cell phones in modern day society has caused quite the problem for citizens in this generation by being a major distraction, causing addictions, and has sadly became the main resource of communication.

In today's society there have been numerous advancements to help us in our everyday lives. One of this advancement is cell-phones, which is one of the greatest development in technology. We have become dependent on mobiles phones and it seem like a high percentage of the population including elderly people, young adult and even kids under 18 have one of this devices. There are numerous advantages and disadvantages related to cell phones. In one hand there is the importance of being communicated for emergencies, business, social and personal purposes. On the other hand, the usage of cell phone had become addictive to people of all around the world and the abuse of prolongated hours on the cell phones can cause health hazard. Cell phones

Technology has become a great benefit to us but many people have taken it too far. According to researcher and surveys taken all over the world shows that a large number of people may have become addicted to their technological devices and are not able to make it through a day without their cell phones or other technological devices. Many have concerns that people would rather use these devices than to have a face to face conversation. The addictions of technological devices are on the rise. Although these devices were meant to make our lives easier there have been many problems to arise ranging from health risk, relationship problems, classroom, church, and work interferences. Statistics show that cell