Young People Today Are Developing Bad Habits Because Of The Internet

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frivolous time on the Internet, instead of doing something productive. On this same note, the Internet can hamper workplace productivity as well.

Furthermore, the sites we use on the Internet every day have an "instant gratification" effect. They also present an endless menu of things to think about and experience at any moment, on demand. Getting information this way rewards fast-paced thinking that shifts focus quickly, which affects your interactions in general, making you more impatient and less focused on your activities. Try to balance this natural effect with time away from social media and focused on more productive real-life activities like exercise or cleaning.

Last but not least, spending too much time on the computer surfing the Internet or playing games can also lead to obesity and an unhealthy lifestyle. A computer also requires a lot of repetitive movement that can lead to carpal tunnel syndrome. For example, moving your hand from your keyboard to a mouse and ...

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