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Some children spend hours every day on smartphones. Why is this the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

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It has become increasingly common for
children
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 to spend a vast amount of time daily on smartphones. In my opinion,
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 is a natural consequence looking at the growth of technology paired with the way technology products affect the brain, and it is certainly a negative trend within society.
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, the main cause of
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 development is access to portable devices. Since the introduction of the iPhone, countless phone manufacturers have imitated Apple's innovation and every household possesses multiple devices. The owner of these devices is typically overworked and stressed parents who utilise phones and tablets as an aid to keep their
children
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 entertained so they can catch a break or manage other tasks within the household.
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, research has
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 shown that fast-paced videos and games on apps trigger dopamine in the brain leaving
children
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 constantly wanting to consume more. These two factors combined are most likely the reason why
children
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’s screen time keeps increasing. The repercussions from the escalation of smartphone usage are mainly negative.
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, technology products have replaced healthier habits.
Children
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 raised before
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 era were more likely to read books, socialise with friends, be outdoors and use their imagination to play. These activities are far healthier physically, mentally, and emotionally. It is
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 known that mental health problems
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 as anxiety are directly linked to online usage. In conclusion,
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 use smartphones for hours every day
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 their accessibility and the result of
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 is a steep decline in healthy lifestyles. In my opinion,
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 is a negative trend. As governments cannot restrict usage, it is up to the parents to effectively regulate screen time for their
children
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.
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Topic Vocabulary:
  • smartphones
  • usage
  • technology
  • accessibility
  • convenience
  • entertainment
  • gaming
  • social media
  • communication
  • educational resources
  • addiction
  • dependence
  • negative effects
  • physical health
  • mental health
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