In modern society, the mobile phone has invaded our daily lives, becoming an integral part of communication
and our activities.
However, over-reliance on it can have negative consequences, especially when it affects the quality of personal relationships
and communication, with our company.
So it’s time to look at the addictive behaviour caused by mobile phones and social media
and see how they affect our social relationships.
Dependence on mobile phones
Technological progress has allowed us to be constantly up to date, but it has also created a risk of addiction.
Many people feel the need to constantly check their mobile phones, respond to notifications and
communicate with their friends on social media.
This addiction can have a negative impact on our social activities and how our friends and family
face this situation.
The effect on groups
When we are in social gatherings or in groups, we often notice that people devote a lot of time and effort to
spend more time interacting with their mobile phones than communicating directly with attendees.
This behaviour can lead to a feeling of alienation and isolation, as distraction is inevitable
and this has the effect of limiting communication.
Moreover, this dependency can negatively affect the development of bonds and the exchange of emotions between members of a group, because it goes without saying that you are “locked” into the world you see through your screen and cannot easily
to give your attention to the real and the tangible.
Results of surveys to consider…
Research has shown that there is a significant percentage increase in people who are displaying addictive behaviour towards their mobile phones and social media. According to a recent survey conducted in 2022, in a sample of 1000 adults, 70% reported feeling
dependence on his mobile phone.
In addition, 45% said they spend more time on social media than they would like to.
These results point to a worrying trend in terms of technology dependency, but also in the posting of
from actual social interaction.
Addressing the problem
Addressing this dependency and improving the quality of social relations,
is to develop healthy mobile phone usage habits.
Some suggestions include:
- Impose restrictions on screen time:
Set time slots where you can turn off your phone and focus on being with you without interruptions from notifications. - Promote direct communication:
Encourage interaction with the people around you without the use of a mobile phone.
Give priority to real communication, but also to the exchange of feelings. - Organisation of social activities:
Finally, create gatherings and activities where participants will be away from mobile phone use,
thus promoting face-to-face communication.
Conclusions
The dependence on mobile phones and social media has affected our social relationships,
resulting in frequent removal from our company.
Being aware of the problem and implementing healthy technology use habits can help
improving communication and connection with the people around us.
Let’s remember to devote real time and attention to the important personal relationships we form in our lives.
It is noteworthy that the percentages reported in the article may vary depending on the survey and the region.
Therefore, it is important that we continue to research the issue and examine the impact of technology on our social relationships.
In any case, it is undoubtedly true that people have to find the balance between
technology and real social interaction.
Mobile phones and social media can be useful tools for communicating and accessing information,
but it’s important to use them wisely and prioritise real relationships and real communication.
So dependence on mobile phones and social media can have a negative effect on our social relationships.
However, with awareness, healthy habits and balanced use of technology, we can keep it closer,
but also authentic relationships with the people around us.
So keep your mobile phone for the necessary and unique functions it offers and don’t get “trapped” in them!
