Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). We’ve heard it about it a million times. With the advent of the Internet, and particularly, social media, are we hearing more of it? Before we get into how Internet is exacerbating the problem, let’s define a few terms. What is ADHD? Here’s how the Diagnostic and Statistical …
Read More »Why are we addicted to Google?
Google is slowly replacing books as our primary source of information. It’s quick, easy and most importantly, free. Answers to almost any questions can be obtained in a matter of few clicks. And, now, you can even use your voice to ask questions to Google. So all you need to …
Read More »‘Internet greatly helps schoolchildren but they need supervision’
Proliferation of smartphones and better Internet access has had a profound impact on one of the most vulnerable age groups — young children and adolescents. Schoolchildren are exposed to all kinds of information on the Internet. And, like all disruptive things, they carry both positives and negatives with them. To …
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