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Essay / Essay on Technology and Relationships - 800
Over the years, society has seen a great change in the world due to the evolution of technology. In mid-2012, there were 2.4 billion internet users. Apple products and many other products have become a very important part of our daily lives. We are all so dependent on technology that we often don't even realize that we are choosing it over other physical activities. Technology has made daily life much easier, but it has many negative effects on our society. Technology has affected our social relationships, increased health problems and decreased our level of intimacy. Today's society finds it more difficult to interact in relationships due to its attachment to its technologies. When you communicate through non-verbal messaging, such as text messaging, your point and message can easily be misinterpreted by the recipient. Poor communication via technology is one of the main reasons why relationships lack strong connections and most likely end. Today, relationships are often created on a social networking site such as Twitter, Facebook and many other sites. Virtual connections cannot replace physical intimacy. When you receive a text message or read an email, you only receive information. You receive no laughter, no contact, no smile. Often feelings and understanding cannot be encountered or felt without physical contact such as eye contact. Eye contact can show interest, respect, appreciation and understanding. In terms of social media, when you have an argument with your partner or friend, you go to your social media site and update your status to say hateful and hurtful things. things. Arguments should be kept private and, thanks to technology, they have become public. Techno......middle of paper......uences. Cancer can occur as a result of constant use of cell phones. Cell phones emit radio waves, a form of radiation that, when near body tissues, can absorb radiation energy. The amount of radiation energy a cell phone user is exposed to depends on the technology of the phone, the extent and type of use, and the user's distance from cell phone server towers. cell phone. Due to iPods, iPhones and MP3 players, 18-24 year olds are at increasing risk of hearing loss and ringing in the ears. Research has found that 60% of people who regularly listen to music with headphones increase the volume beyond safe levels. In Australia, more than two thirds of Australians regularly listen to music through headphones. Researchers recommend setting the volume to a level that still allows you to hear someone next to you without having to shout..