The Dangers of Digital Addiction (Hot Topics)

Technology has done a lot of good, connecting individuals and ideas. However, technological devices and social media platforms also have the potential to be harmful when they are not used in moderation. When the use of personal digital devices starts interfering with a person's daily life, it becomes a problem. Readers explore the ways in which some people can develop addictive digital habits and whether or not technology hinders their ability to live a healthy lifestyle. Additional information is presented through charts, sidebars, and annotated quotes, and discussion questions prompt readers to consider their own digital behaviors.

Amanda Vink is an author and actress in Buffalo, New York. She received a bachelorís degree in English and Creative Writing from the State University of New York at Fredonia, and she has been working in publishing since 2012. Her writing has appeared in various internet locations, such as The Rain, Party, and Disaster Society. She has been a film and stage actress since 2013. When not writing or performing, Amanda can be found hiking, practicing the Dutch language, and traveling around the world.