Behavioral Addiction,
or not?
or not?
Sophia, a 5th grader, constantly checks her phone for notifications, even during lessons. She spends hours after school posting videos and pictures, seeking likes and comments. Sophia becomes upset when her posts don’t receive attention, affecting her mood in class. Her friends have started distancing themselves because she prioritizes her online presence over face-to-face interactions.
Yes, Sophia has a behavioral addiction to technology.
Winning a match during an eSports competition
Yes, this will almost certainly cause the chemical dopamine to be released in one's brain.
TRUE or FALSE: Addiction to technology is unhealthy.
True. Addiction to technology can lead to diminished physical activity, social isolation, impaired cognitive development, and an over-reliance on instant gratification, negatively affecting mental and emotional well-being.
What is the word for "the ability to concentrate on a task or activity without being distracted."
Focus
What is the name of the row on a keyboard that includes the F and J keys?
The home row.
Emma, a 4th grader, brings her tablet to school daily and spends every recess playing Hello Kitty: Island Adventure. Even during group activities, she talks about the game and ignores her classmates' suggestions. When the teacher asks her to put away the tablet, she becomes irritable and claims she can't focus without it. Other students start avoiding her, feeling frustrated by her lack of engagement.
Yes, Emma has a behavioral addiction to technology.
Folding laundry
No, this activity is not synonymous with the release of dopamine within the brain.
If we regularly use our phones right before we go to sleep, our circadian rhythm can be disrupted, causing us to lose this important stage of sleep, which can increase the likelihood of other health problems.
Deep sleep
What is the chemical in the brain that helps control feelings of pleasure and reward.
Dopamine
In coding, what is the name of step-by-step instructions that we give to a program, telling it what to do?
Algorithms
Ethan, a 2nd grader, loves playing educational games on his tablet at home but knows when to stop. He finishes his homework and chores before screen time and never brings devices to school. During recess, he enjoys playing tag with his friends and rarely talks about technology. His parents have set clear boundaries, and Ethan happily follows them, understanding the importance of balance.
No, Ethan does not have a behavioral addiction to technology.
Waiting in line
No, this activity is unlikely to release dopamine in the brain.
Name an activity that can be done before bed instead of using a screen.
Reading, talking to a family member, drawing, writing, tinkering, playing with toys, etc.
What is the condition where someone is unable to stop doing something, even if it negatively impacts their life.
Addiction
What is the name of the PC hardware component whose job is to "connect all of the other components" together?
The motherboard
Liam, a 3rd grader, shows up to class visibly tired almost every morning. When asked, he admits to staying up late playing Fortnite. His grades are slipping because he often forgets to complete homework, and his parents are struggling to limit his screen time. His teacher notices he often zones out during lessons and becomes frustrated when challenged.
Yes, Liam has a behavioral addiction to technology.
Scrolling on social media
Yes, this activity commonly releases dopamine in users' brains.
What is the term used for "the fear or anxiety of being without your mobile phone or not being able to use it"?
What is the state of being unable to focus on a task due to external stimuli, such as technology or noise?
Distraction
LANs, WANs, and MANs are all types of what?
Networks
Mia, a 4th grader, uses her tablet to research new ideas for art projects. She spends about 30 minutes each evening finding inspiration for her drawings but prefers to create with pencils and paints. At school, she actively participates in group discussions and enjoys outdoor play with her classmates. Technology enhances her learning, but she doesn’t depend on it for entertainment or validation.
No, Mia does not have a behavioral addiction to technology.
Online shopping
Yes, this activity is commonly associated with the release of dopamine in users' brains.
This term describes the cycle created by algorithms in modern video games that provides scheduled rewards, releasing dopamine and making content feel new, which can lead to addiction.
Compulsion Loop
What is the natural, internal process that regulates the sleep-wake cycle and repeats roughly every 24 hours.
Circadian Rhythm
What is the name of the process of playing around with computers, coding, or gadgets to see how they work, try new things, and solve problems. that includes experimenting, modifying, adjusting code, exploring explore its functionality, troubleshoot issues, or create new solutions?
TINKERING!