Technology linked to anxiety (Article inside)

Nightcrawler65

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Posted 7/14/2015 3:06 PM (GMT 0)

I had the thought a couple of weeks ago that maybe people's reliance on technology may be linked to such high numbers of people diagnosed with anxiety disorders. A quick Google search just now led me to this.

It makes sense - with more and more people glued to their smartphones and computers, their focus on the "real" world is diminished.

I'm guilty of using technology a lot.

http://www.anxietyuk.org.uk/2012/07/for-some-with-anxiety-technology-can-increase-anxiety/

melodee

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Posted 7/14/2015 3:30 PM (GMT 0)

Anxiety and Panic have been around for ages. Sigmund Freud was one of those people who suffered from anxiety. Back then mental disorders were not accepted well by society and anyone who suffered from disorders was discriminated against. They had no place to go but suffer alone.

Scaredy Cat

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Posted 7/14/2015 5:13 PM (GMT 0)

N.C.,

Thanks for the article link! This is something I have read about before and find intersting...

...still, there is no 'un-ringing a bell' so to speak (technology is here to stay)...so we must adapt the new world we now live in, with our coping skills!

Periodically un-plugging and using meditation, time outside, socializing, ect is essential!

Thanks again, and a peaceful day be yours!

S.C.

Hibee

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Posted 7/15/2015 8:54 AM (GMT 0)

Hi NC

Thanks for posting this link it was interesting read.

I know that I am fully addicted to Facebook lol but it's my main way of keeping in contact with people but I do need to try and not go on as much.

That's why I find Mindfulness good as I set 45min a day aside and just get away from everything.

Hibee

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