Striking a balance with technological advancements

HUMAN adaptation to the new reality takes time since the world has been exposed to new technologies that have grown rapidly by the day.

Despite that, it could be said that nowadays almost everything depends on technology as it has unwittingly become a significant part of our everyday life.

It is commonly used by all ages of society to the extent where in the presence of technology, accomplishing our daily commitments becomes much easier.

The more the world moves toward modernisation, the more technology is developed.

Besides that, electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets, computers and other similar devices are among the most often utilised technologies by people nowadays.

These electronic devices have now become a necessary thing for each individual.

People bring along their own devices wherever they go, whether for work purposes or as a means of communication and entertainment.

In recent years, most children have their own devices and are introduced to these diverse gadgets at a young age.

Early exposure to them can be both beneficial and detrimental as it leaves a lasting impact on their behaviour.

Many parents allow their children to have or be exposed to such devices at an early age for some reason.

For example, the emergence of online learning in recent years has encouraged them to allow their children to utilise electronic devices to facilitate their online study.

While studying online, electronic devices are an excellent educational medium since they encourage selflearning and the development of creative and imaginative thinking in children.

Some might say early exposure to gadgets can be considered an opportunity for children to develop their motor skills in using technology.

As a result, children born in this generation are more advanced and have a better understanding of complex technologies, even at a young age.

On the other hand, children at an early age are at the stage of development and learning.

With the existence of gadgets within their reach, the process of development might be interrupted either in a good way or vice versa.

When electronic gadgets are used excessively, uncontrollably and without parental supervision, they can become harmful to children in terms of their health, thinking and behaviour.

For instance, too much time spent on gadgets like smartphones and tablets can affect children’s vision, concentration and responsiveness.

As we all know, there is a lot of inappropriate content that can be found easily on the internet, which could bring harm to children.

If there is no supervision from their parents, children can search for improper information out of curiosity.

It may begin with a sense of curiosity, but as the unpleasant habit continues they might become addicted to the content.

Consequently, children start to develop irritable attitudes when they are unable to obtain what they desire.

All in all, the right application may lead to a more productive and healthier mind.

Since children are under parental care, supervising and monitoring children on a regular basis can help them make the best use of their electronic devices.

It might be difficult to keep track of how much time children spend on their gadgets.

However, by employing suitable monitoring and control approaches, various techniques may be developed to prevent the misuse of technological devices.

For example, as technology advances, numerous applications have been developed that allow parents to restrict how much time and what may be used on children’s electronic devices.

Hence, these restrictions can help prevent children from becoming addicted to electronic devices and its adverse effects.