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Technology plays a drastic role in the lives of all people no matter what race, sex, or ethnic background. ... Although computer technology and the Internet have advanced our economy, there are many underlying negative effects such as: isolation, irresponsibility, and unhealthiness do to excessive Internet use. ... Any technology that can isolate its user, such as the Internet, must have significant implications for our society”(12). ... Depression is a major health problem resulting from overusing the Internet. Many other health problems have been reported from Internet usage. ... A health and life-style appraisal, based on such factors as regular meals, human relationships and personal hygiene, showed that the heavy Internet users are less healthy than the ones who occasionally or rarely use the Internet. Another major health problem is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. ... “This pilot study suggests that the Internet could improve emotional health and reduce social isolation not only for patients with SCI, but for those with other disabilities at risk of being socially isolated (Business).”
The Internet can cause negative effects in the lives of people who don’t have physical disabilities. These negative effects caused by being addicted to the internet all seem to tie together, almost as if it’s a never ending circle.
Approximate Word count = 1271
Approximate Pages = 5.1
(250 words per page double spaced)
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