Boundaries Basics
What is an example of a TIME boundary with technology?
Example needs to include either:
- designated time to use/not use technology
- time limit
Why is it important to be aware of digitial footprint when using social media?
The internet is a public place - anybody can get access to what you post
Potential Impacts:
- employment
What is one cause of cellphone addiction?
Social Media
Notifications - 46% of smartphone users report anxiety when they don’t receive notifications
FOMO - fear of missing out
Boredom - many people turn on their phones as a distraction or when they are bored - 75% of people admitted to being on their phones as a distraction at work
Instant gratification and access
What is an example of a CONTENT boundary with technology?
Due to its addictive nature, social media has been compared to...
Slot Machine
What is one potential impact of cellphone addiction?
Physical Health
What is an example of a SOCIAL boundary with technology?
- related to your relationships online
What is the most popular social media platform for college students?
What is the definition of addicted?
Addicted: when you have a strong physical or psychological need or urge to do or use something
What is an example of a SAFETY boundary with technology?
- not sharing private information
- checking in with safety network
- not sharing your location
What is the fastest growing social media platform?
TikTok has climbed to the fifth largest platform in a short time, with 1.5 billion users.
What is one way smartphones are designed to be addicted?
- bright colors
- relying on the dopamine hits in your brain
- having continuous scrolling that is not predictable
What is one strategy you can use to enforce your boundaries with technology?
- putting your phone on do not disturb at work
- charging your phone in a different room
- having designated times to unplug
- home screen only having essentials - no social media
Youtube and Facebook
Youtube - 96% brand awareness
Facebook - 95% brand awareness
What is the average amount of time college students spend on their phones?
8-10 hours