D. Integral
necessary to make a whole complete; essential or fundamental.
1. Physical Issue with high use of digital technology - <em>Text Neck Syndrome</em>
Text Neck Syndrome or Anterior Neck Syndrome refers to strain in the neck and shoulders that is caused by flexing the neck forwards and downwards while using a smartphone. Increased usage of smartphones has increased the risk of text neck syndrome.
Solution: To reduce the risk of Text Neck Syndrome:
a) smartphone usage should be minimized
b) Hold your phone at eye level while using it
c) Perform gentle neck stretches.
2. Psychological Issue with high use of digital technology- <em>Low self-esteem</em>
Individuals of all ages, and especially adolescents, might experience low self-esteem, feelings of inadequacy and poor body-image due to high use of digital technology. This is because digital technology over-represents models or celebrities who are underweight. Additionally, platforms like [email protected] and [email protected] predominately display the glamorous side of life (parties, vacations, etc.) that are not an accurate reflection of reality.
Solution: The best solution for the aforementioned scenario would be to follow content that is positive, encouraging and motivational, such as well-being podcasts, [email protected] groups, [email protected] accounts, etc. Additionally, limiting usage of digital technology would also be helpful.
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