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Though many people say that technology is useful and helps society, in reality, technology is unhealthy and can cause social and academic problems.
Taking Control of Your Digital Life. Technology can have a large impact on users' mental and physical health. Being overly connected can cause psychological issues such as distraction, narcissism, expectation of instant gratification, and even depression. Beside affecting users' mental health, use of technology can also have negative repercussions on physical health causing vision problems, hearing loss, and neck strain. Fortunately, there are steps that can be taken to help alleviate these health issues. Technology and Psychological Issues. An introduction to technology and psychological issues