online-social-dynamics
The complex effects of internet communities and social media, which can both alleviate loneliness and expose individuals to harmful content and ideologies.
1 chapter across 1 book
Is Technology Making Us Sick? (2020)Ian Douglas
The chapter traces the historical relationship between technology and human health, demonstrating that technological advances from the Neolithic era through industrialization to the digital age have consistently introduced new physical and mental health challenges. It highlights the dual nature of technological progress, showing how innovations like the memex and the World Wide Web have augmented human cognition and social connection, while also contributing to new mental health issues such as 'future shock' and increased emotional disorders among youth. The chapter underscores the ongoing tension between technological benefits and unintended health consequences, emphasizing the urgent need to understand digital technologies' impact on mental well-being.