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The Dark Side of Screen Time (SOP81)
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Length:
27 minutes
Released:
May 22, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Americans spend nearly half of the day interacting with screens of all kinds -- smartphones, televisions and computers, according to a recent Nielsen report. While these technologies have made our lives better in many ways, it is easier than ever to become addicted to screens. Guest Adam Alter, PhD, author of "Irresistible: The Rise of Addictive Technology and the Business of Keeping Us Hooked" discusses the dark side of screen time and how our devices are affecting our well-being and happiness. Help us learn more about you. Please take our audience survey at http://www.apa.org/sopsurvey
Released:
May 22, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (100)
Digital altruism and cyberheroes (SOP8): “Cyberheroes” are those who actively use the Internet and digital technologies to help others, animals and the environment, says psychologist Dana Klisanin, PhD. by Speaking of Psychology