This means as a child matures, they are required to navigate the ongoing changes in their life, in regards to their physical figures, but also social norms and expectations. Spending too much time on the web creates a higher risk for delayed development, emotional and behavioral problems during adolescence and early adulthood, even considering the various social contexts and the genetics of the child.
Social media can become addictive. It often becomes a habit that compels teenagers to constantly check their phones. According to the Pew Research Center “ 72% of U.S teens text- message regularly, a third of them more than 100 times a day.” Eventually, the intermittent periods of time texting or on social media add up to a substantial amount of time that could be used more productively. The lack of these factors causes learning barriers and delays, failing grades, and obesity. Other effects include lack of time management, and disturbed sleep schedules. More teens are starting to notice the effect media has on their lives. Matt Richtel himself writes in his article “Growing Up …show more content…
gital, Wired for Distraction” about a teenager who like many his age is facing the decision of what is more important: social media or education, “He became increasingly engrossed in games and surfing