...Running head: CHILDREN & TECHNOLOGY The overuse of technology and health concerns in child development 1 CHILDREN & TECHNOLOGY 2 The overuse of technology and health concerns in child development Technology is a remarkable achievement. It has surpassed the expectations of former inventors, physicists, and engineers, among them Nikola Tesla who predicted that mobile devices would soon be a reality (Popular Mechanics, 1909). Forward to present day and mobile devices are applied in almost every aspect of daily living. Mobile devices such as cell phones, tablets, and computers are common household items. The use of these devices serves a common purpose; efficiently complete tasks, whilst being productive. However, more often than not, technology’s use envelops its users. This is becoming more apparent in children who are maturing with technology at their fingertips. A developing child’s mind, in early stages of growth, is malleable making them more prone to develop a reliance on technology when such devices are given to them at such a young age. Reliance on technology can harm a developing child in mental, emotional, and physical aspects. The overuse of entertainment technology on a developing child raises health concerns. By fostering a mental, social, emotional, and physical foundation during child development, families can curtail the negative outcomes of technology overuse. Children and adolescents are constantly bombarded with large amounts of information...
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...Is it possible for children to hurt their future selves socially by spend multiple hours a day on electronic devices in their youth? Sara, from Institute of HeartMath (2012) A website devoted to healthy living states "The fear is not only that this technology is replacing traditional children's activities but that it also may be diminishing social-interaction skills, the ability to relate to the world around them and their empathy for others." But not everyone agrees, there are as many people that promote the use of electronic devices for educational purposes with young children as there are against it. In this essay we will discuss the pro's and the cons of children and technology. The different type of media and the effects they can have on children. Some children seem to be born with the ability to adapt social interaction and the use of media devices. Being able to utilize technology to help a child advance in life by teaching them basic education is helpful in preparing a child for their future. Media devices are useful in helping to educate children, but they cannot replace the day to day social interaction a child requires early in life. It is the responsibility of the parent to make sure that a child gets enough social interaction with other children so that they learn how to relate to others in a group. It is said that a child is like a sponge they absorb information constantly so by making sure that they are absorbing the right kind of information is paramount...
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...Struggle of Aboriginals in Canada “We owe the aboriginal peoples a debt that is four centuries old. It is their turn to become full partners in developing an even greater Canada. And the reconciliation required may be less a matter of legal texts than of attitudes of the heart.” - Roméo LeBlanc Aboriginal people are called the people from “First Nations” in Canada who have rich historical, cultural and spiritual traditions. However, many of these traditions were altered or even taken away upon the arrival of British and French settlers in Canada. Since then, forcing colonial culture and values on Aboriginal societies, the dispossession of Aboriginal lands and the seclusion of Aboriginals from modern amenities created a sequence of social, physical and spiritual devastation of their culture. Effect of these is quite noticeable even today. This is mainly because the Federal Government is not taking enough responsibility for providing proper support to Aboriginals with growing problems in the reserves. The Government of Canada recognizes the inherent right of self-government as an existing Aboriginal right under section 35 of the Constitution Act, 1982 (AANDC). It recognizes that the inherent right may find expression in treaties, and in the context of the Crown's relationship with treaty First Nations. Recognition of the inherent right is based on the view that the Aboriginal peoples of Canada have the right to govern themselves in relation to matters that...
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...Technology for Younger Children’s New technology: helping or harming children? Child Abuse Review; Nov/Dec2005, Vol. 14 Issue 6, p367-373, 7p Abstract: The article focuses on the social implications of new technology including computers, Internet, digital cameras and mobile telephones for children. The technology has a perceived benefit in terms of work, education and leisure. One of the risk children faces is being exposed to pornography and the possibility of being groomed over the Internet for child sexual abuse. It is perceived that the amount of information collected will make it harder to identify maltreatment and the maltreated. It is said that the use of new technology had no effect in respect of some aspects of the assessment process, such as the amount of information collected from children. Focus: That younger kids shouldn’t be introduced to technology an early ages especially this bad and sad world we live in. Unplug Your Kids. America; 3/29/2010, Vol. 202 Issue 10, p9-9, 1p Abstract: The article focuses on a study released by the Kaiser Family Foundation regarding the increased usage of electronic devices and digital technology by children between the ages of eight to 18 in the U.S. It states that the children using devices like video game console, computer and cell phone are missing outdoor enjoyments, physical exercise and human interaction. It discusses the potential public health concerns and the need to develop the habits of mindfulness that can lead...
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...The use of technology affecting children literacy in writing The use of technology has affected the children literacy in writing, the children use of technology has significantly increased over time. Writing is an imperative literacy skill, one that is constantly changing with the utilization of technology. Some creative software and other word processing softwares support children with the expressive types of writing. Multimedia platform permits children to compose anything with a PC while likewise expanding their inspiration to writing. Corrections onscreen permit students to alter their work and go from a draft to a last composed item easily (Hawkins, 2010). With the use of word processing softwares like the Microsoft word, students can overcome issues with manual print production, in this way staying away from challenges experienced by a few students when writing with pencils or other manual articles. Another advantage of utilizing technology to suppose the art of writing is the use of keyboard (Hawkins, 2010). Using a keyboard prevents troubles for the students who have issues with fine motor abilities that would ordinarily be experienced while physically composing with pencils, pastels or markers (Hawkins, 2010). They additionally examine how word processing can make the progressions of the writing procedure simpler by means of conceptualizing, drafting, altering and changing. Word processing takes into consideration features like simple removal or insertion of words...
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...Information Technology and Protecting Children Because of the advancements in technology access to the Internet is widespread; schools and libraries around the nation are using the Internet as an educational tool. Because of the endless amount of unknown content online, Congress ensured children’s personal data is protected and that “obscene and violent material is screened out” (Abrahamson, 2002, p. 50) by passing Acts such as COPPA, The Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act, 1998 and CIPAThe Children’s Internet Protection Act, 2000. Protecting children’s personal data from collection without parent or guardian consent is the intent of COPPA. CIPA addresses worries regarding children’s access to obscene or damaging subject matter on the Internet in schools and community libraries. Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act “COPPA was enacted to restrict the manner and amount of personal data collected on children under 13 by web sites targeted at children” (Abrahamson, 2002, p. 50). COPPA provides rules for companies that gather or may gather marketing data that identify children. Personal data includes any information that would permit physical or online contact with that child. Singer (2012) Almost every child possesses a computer in his or her home or pocket making it harder for parents to monitor what information children are distributing online. Many sites and applications offer children the opportunity to upload pictures or videos of themselves, to graft themselves...
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...advertisement promised to make children smarter. Mira continues to discuss how parents felt bamboozled by Disney’s product and in actuality the New York Times article noted a study done by the “American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children under two years old stay away from watching screens”. American parents are using technology as a crutch as opposed to a tool for their children’s education. I think that as a mother I like all mothers would like my child to be able to excel socially and academically. We like to find fun innovative ways to engage our children in education. I can see how parent can get excited over a product on the market disguised as a genius maker; enhancing our children’s intellect just by popping in a movie and plopping our kid in from to watch and listen. Yea, it’s exciting news, sensational news, nut reality it is not! I feel that in today’s world where technology plays such a big part of our lives, it’s easy to get sucked into these gimmicks. It seems that as technology has progressed we have lost touch with the simple things. Instead of using our five senses (touch, smell, listen, see, taste) to learn and grow, we limit ourselves with technology to just listen and see. Which can actual disable us and in turn limit our intellect, our knowledge. In my opinion, as parents we need to teach our children balance. I feel that it is important to lead by example and to show our children that we can incorporate technology into our lives without becoming...
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...Technology Affecting Children: Be Aware of Your Children Americans today tend to believe that cell phones are not only affecting relationships but young children too. Although, it’s pleasant to let children access your cell phone so they can distract themselves and allow you to finish cleaning, working, etc. Parents should not be buying children younger than 6 years of age any sort of technology. Technology is like a drug. Once you start using it you are eventually addicted. My own view is that technology shouldn’t be used 24 hours a day, 7 days a week especially not by children. To start with, one reason why young children shouldn’t be getting cell phone’s or any type of technology at a young age is announced that technology increases child mentality. In my personal experience my parents bought my baby sister...
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...general, developmental psychologists currently studying what babies can do are becoming even more impressed with how precocious (smart for their age) they are. They seem to be equipped to accomplish three basic task of survival: sustenance (feeding), maintenance of contact with people (for protection and care), and defence against harmful stimuli (withdrawing from pain or threat (von Hofsten & Lindhagen, 1979). Young children’s acquisition of language is one of the most remarkable achievements of the human species. In the span of few years, with little instruction, and often spite of faulty information (for example, parents talking “baby talk”), young children become superb linguistics by the age of 6, the average child is estimated to understand 14,000 words (Templin, 1957). When adults speak to infants and young children they use a special form that differs from adult speech- an exaggerated,...
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...I believe that children can only learn so much from electronics than but not as much as they can learn from daily interaction. Technology is usually an excuse to keep children busy and out of the way. In this research paper I plan to show why this is not a good idea for infants and toddlers today. The main reason is because the amount of time that children spend on the electronic devices. With these devices children are getting to much exposure entirely too soon because many parents are not as advanced with electronics and many do not know how to put parental locks on the devices. I found many literature that supports this thought that I have. There was an article that discussed being “Unplugged”. One of the thing that it talked about was less interaction with parents. It discussed how time was being consumed with electronics that they did not have time to talk and learn from their parents. Through this it causes less language of development for the child. The fact that they are so plugged in with the electronics causes them to not be able to learn to form words and sentences and also learn to interact with people because all they see is the television, phones, games, etc....
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...It is developed by interacting with people.They miss out active learning and replace real needs with active needs. The major disadvantages include stereotypes and promoting violence. The main goal of media is to attract as many viewers as possible. Therefore, they will show things that people are interested in rather than what is right and this is how stereotypes are spread.The mind of the kid is like clay. It forms early impressions on what it sees, and these early impressions determine how they see the world and affect their grown-up behavior. It is proven that people who watch violent programs compared to people who do not tend to be more aggressive, have less self-discipline, and patience. Aggressive behavior has many roots. Also, children who watch television or play video games for long hours are less likely to exercise and more likely to be overweight. Viewing TV can be good if it is done in moderation, and if the program being watched is selected. Some TV shows can educate, inform and inspire. It can be more effective than books or audiotapes in teaching your kid about processes like how a plant grows or how to bake a cake.Through media, kids can explore places, animals, or things that...
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...How Technology Affects the Growth of Children in Grade School Robert Pulley Abstract It is thought that too much exposure to electronic devices is causing negative effects on the development, growth and health of children. Their development is very important in how they establish habits for the rest of their lives. The habits children learn at young ages will stick with them for the rest of their lives, impacting the way they learn. Constant exposure to portable technology platforms is thought to create distractions in children at young ages. There has been an increase in the number of technological platforms that are portable, distracting children from tasks they are supposed to be completing. Constant distraction at young ages can create the habit of getting distracted for the rest of their lives, and can develop into developmental delays. Developmental delays inhibit children from learning as quickly as the other children in society, putting them at a disadvantage. The increase in portable technological devises is causing an increase in developmental delays and learning disabilities in children. Technology and the Development of Developmental Delays in Children Introduction Technology has had a growing impact in our community. There has been more exposure with the advancements, and technology has been replacing more traditional items, in a workplace, at home, and even in...
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...Jeffery Runyon ENG122 December 11, 2013 How Technology and Social Media Control Children and Adolescents Incredibly many people look at their phones throughout the day to see if they have a text-message, email, notification from social media, missed calls, or simply just because it has become an addiction. Technology has been changing over the years, and new apps and newer upgrades for electronic devices are being developed. High tech is advancing at an incredible rate. Consider how technology has expanded and evolved in the last ten years. How to manage this new phenomenon was not taught to us as children because it did not exist. Many children and adolescents born in the 20th century cannot imagine their lives without TV, smart phones, computers, tablets, or iPods and many other devices; youth have technology surrounding them. As a result, many of the young people raised in the world of technology do not have the same level of emotional skills of those ten or more years ago. Adolescents and children depend on the Internet more than on themselves. They no longer have the same innovativeness. Obesity and cyber bulling has increased over the years. More suicides have occurred. Those who are exposed to violent video games, movies and TV programs have shown aggression. However, parents do not realize how those devices affect their child’s development. Social media already affects many adults; now think about how strongly modern technology affects toddlers and juveniles. High tech...
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...As technology advancing with each generation, handheld devices, personal computers and TV’s have become part of everyone’s life. Even toddlers are now seen using these devices. Is it really beneficial to children using these devices? Will it affect their development? The article “The Touch-Screen Generation” by Hanna Rosin in The Atlantic Monthly magazine (2013), the author mentions the positive and negative influence of allowing children to use technology by giving different people’s views and surveys taken by experts. However. I believe that young children should be allowed to use technology because of the educational apps, ebooks, Children’s are attracted to technology as toys nowadays and they should be allowed to play and learn with it as mentioned by Rosin in the article “more than 40,000 kids’ games are available on iTunes, plus thousands more on Google Play”. Apps like “Noddle words”, “Letter school” teaches children how to write and spell words. With every generation, childhood has changed and as Maria Montessori’s quote says “The hands are the instruments of man’s intelligence”, small children can also learn new things as we adults learn with the use of technology. My cousin sister, about 4 year old, plays a game on her Ipad “Endless Alphabet” which has over 50 words to learn and play with, and word games teaches children letters. Therefore technology is beneficial to children in education. Technology brings many different ways for children to learn. Television shows...
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... Internet Effect on Children Children like adults crave the latest gadgets. According to the research based on 2000 families about parents’ technology ownership by cloud security firm Westcoastcloud and posted on BBC news, 16% of children owned their own laptop while 18% had a flat-screen TV on their bedroom to use for. Having technology doesn’t mean anything by itself; the important thing is to know how children are using the technology they have in their hand. Although, most parents agreed to make their children technology owners, parents still have mixed ideas how much they control what their children are doing online because children want to do what their minds ask them to do. The survey doesn’t show any solution to the problem children face and how their parents can help them. However, I believe it is very important for parents to make sure what kind of websites are their children accessing on the internet and be able to answer what their children ask them about the internet to give the support that their children need to be safe and get the most out of their technology. Maggie Atkinson, the children commissioner for England, explains how new technology could leave children lonely and have a negative impact on their lives .She also describes when students stay for after hour school by using new technology and video games, they could alienated. These days children are claiming "too many" because they spend most...
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