Consumer goods have become the most important part of people’s lives. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Consumer products have become the mainstay of people's lives.
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essay is an attempt to study the advantages and disadvantages and provide a conclusion.
On one hand, In today's fast-paced world, consumer goods are boon to humanity. Linking Words
Firstly
, they are available in all categories ranging from automobiles, electrical appliances, food, and clothing. While the finished products provide a comfortable life, they do not cost an arm and a leg and are generally affordable. Linking Words
For instance
, anyone can access any piece of information within a minute by mobile phone, reach any far off place in no time by vehicle, and complete household chores Linking Words
such
as dish cleaning, sweeping and mopping the floor by clicking a button on the dish cleaner and vacuum cleaner respectively. Linking Words
Therefore
, it provides some room for hobbies and passions for an individual to continue and leads to better living.
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However
, Roses and thorns are known to coexist and Linking Words
this
situation is no different. People urge to buy more and more goods, Linking Words
thus
they become materialistic, or Linking Words
in other words
, they become workaholics. Linking Words
This
attitude leads to mental health problems or obesity in people. Linking Words
For example
, the overuse of mobile phones can cater to a neural problem as it emits radio waves that can interfere with the neural mechanisms of the body. Linking Words
Furthermore
, excessive use of automobiles is depleting our natural resources like petrol, and diesel and adds to the existing pollution levels.
In conclusion, Consumerism is undoubtedly rife in modern society. It is prudent to say that while consumer goods will continue to be a boon to mankind, their usage will be regulated and monitored at the individual and government levels, Linking Words
thus
continuing to be a boon and not a bane.Linking Words
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