Health Issues
What is Text Neck?
describes neck pain and damage caused from looking down at handheld devices
A typical person checks their smartphone ___ times a day
100
A common warning sign of smartphone or internet addiction is experiencing ___ symptoms when you try to cut back on your smartphone use.
Withdrawal
What is a way you can implement hands-free technology while driving
By using Bluetooth & voice commands for communication
What is Fake news?
news, stories, or hoaxes created to intentionally misinform or deceive readers.
Which certain demographic, are more susceptible to mobile device related health issues and accidents?
children or adolescents
What percentage of people check their phones while using the bathroom
40%
Name a withdrawal symptom one might feel when they try to cut access to their smartphone device.
Restlessness, Anger or irritability, Difficulty concentrating, Sleep problems, and Craving access to your smartphone or other devices.
Name one way you can combat Cyberbullying
Educating people about being responsible online
Opening Communication channels
Encourage people to talk to a trusted individual
Describe deepfakes.
fake videos or audio recordings that look and sound just like the real thing.
What are the psychological effects of cyberbullying on victims?
emotional and physical harm, loss of self-esteem, anxiety, or stress related issues
Give an example of a web compulsion
Gambling
Shopping
Stock trading
Tracking this may help identify problem areas related to you're smartphone device use?
Tracking the time you spend on your phone
Name 1 way you can combat Teen Tendonitis
Encouraging good posture
limiting screen time
promoting physical activity
What is Spam?
is an unsolicited e-mail sent for advertising and "junk" purposes.
Excessive touchscreen use has caused related injuries in what body part?
hands, arms, back, or eyes
Give an example of an internet addiction
Cybersexual
Web Compulsions
Cyber-relationships
Gaming
Information seeking
What type of therapy provides step-by-step ways to stop compulsive behaviors and change your perceptions about your smartphone and the internet?
Cognitive-behavioral therapy
Name one way you can combat the risk of cancer from using a cellphone
Avoid sleeping with your phone nearby
Limiting exposure
Using texting/video calls more than regular calls
What is a trademark?
an easily recognizable symbol, phrase, or word that denotes a specific product. It legally differentiates a product or service from all others of its kind and recognizes the source company's ownership of the brand.
People may have a greater risk of developing __ cancer for excessive use of phones.
Brain
According to researchers, more than what percentage of people world-wide are addicted to the internet?
6% of people world-wide
What does (ITTA) stand for and what purpose do they provide?
Internet Tech Addiction Anonymous and they provide ways to support and curb excessive technology & internet use.
Keeps the phone further away from your body
What is the Digital Divide?
the gap between those who have access to technology, the internet and digital literacy training and those who do not.