Why is technology so addicting?

While Silicon Valley may be the source of our addictions, many high-level Silicon Valley executives make a point to shield their kids from technology and social media, a distinction that Alter found telling: “There's a private school in the Bay Area and it doesn't allow any tech — no iPhones or iPads. read more

We're surrounded by gadgets that demand our attention, constantly fragmenting our ability to properly focus on the task at hand. Living with technology doesn't mean we have to live with an addiction, however. Here's how to beat tech burnout. read more

Dr. Dan Siegel, a clinical professor of psychiatry at the UCLA School of Medicine, breaks down what is really happening behind our screens that keeps us coming back. read more

However, with the modern technology advancements, this addiction could also mean excessive usage of tablets and smartphones. the time wasted online The key symptom of a Technology Addiction is when you start losing the track of time. read more