How Does Technology And Digital Devices Cause Us To Think And Live Differently?

Almost every American owns or has access to some form of a technological device, whether it be a cell phone, computer, radio, or a tablet. Since technology has become easily available, scientists are asking “do these devices cause us as humans to think and live differently?” and “do we notice the change technology has caused in our own lives?” In my opinion, technology and digital devices have/are causing us to think and live differently by influencing the way we communicate, the way we learn, and our health. There are people all over the world that have to experience a loved one going into the Army, Navy, Marines, or some form of service. Usually, when they go into the service, they are required to travel away from their loved ones. The distance can be very extensive, which can potentially cause a lack of communication between loved ones. With the use of technology, like our computers, cell phones, and tablets, we are able to communicate more quickly and often. Before cell phones and computers became readily available, someone would have to wait at least a week to receive a letter, and then wait another week for their letter to reach back home. The lack of communication caused long distance relationships

Technology has become a major impact, today, on the way we sleep, how we sleep, and how much we sleep. Technology also impairs our ability to have a good nights sleep because of the blue light the screen transmits. The blue light prevents the release of melatonin, the body’s natural sleeping aid. People now have problems falling asleep and staying asleep because they use technology that emits blue light throughout the day and before and after they get into bed. Humans are now finding themselves falling asleep even later, especially if they use their phone or other technological devices before they go to