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Using smartphones also tends to reduce human cognitive capacity
[16] . Ultimately, dependence on digital technology affects us just like a drug does, and it inhibits our ability to think for ourselves
[17] . Experts also believe that another underlying reason why digital media and technology are so addictive is that they feed human impulses and limit our intentions

Internet addiction has been found to create structural changes to the brain and also cause chemical alterations
[25] . The structural changes affect a person’s ability to connect with attention, cognitive control, emotional processing, and decision-making

Experts have also found that dopamine transporter levels in the brain also decrease in a technology-addicted brain

The following is a list of the effects of technology addiction to human life:
Obesity
Excessive weight loss
Neck pain
Poor personal hygiene
Unhealthy nutrition
Insomnia
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Headaches
Back pain
Boredom when performing other things besides the consumption of digital media
Loneliness and fear
Mood swings
Disruption and deferment of responsibilities
Avoiding work
A lot of time lost
Isolation from social circles
Euphoria when using the internet
Anxiety
Guilt
Depression

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