The Negative Effects of Technology on Child Development: An
Essay
ECE 2000 - Introduction to Child Development
University of Cincinnati
November 11, 2023
In an ever-changing world where technology is ushering in a new
method of learning and development, we must ask the question: 'Are
children becoming too reliant on technology and moving further away
from traditional peer to peer interaction?'. There is no denying that
technology has reshaped society and if a young person is guided on
the right path the positives should always outweigh the negatives. A
recent UN study has found that teenagers who spend hours on social
media or using smartphones are much less happy and are more likely
to become depressed than generations born prior to 1995 ( Pollak,
2019). Children born after 1995 are referred to as iGen or post-
millennials, adolescents from this era have spent all of their lives
living in the age of the smartphone. The so-called iGen are spending
less time with their friends, family and peers and perhaps that is why
there is an increasing number of young people experiencing anxiety,
depression, and isolation (Twenge, 2017).
Technology has an important place in modern society, but whether we
like it or not it is evolving at an enormous rate and perhaps it is time to
take a step back and consider if the continued growth of technology is
damaging the psychological wellbeing and development of future
generations. For the purpose of this essay, we will be discussing the
role technology has on the main developmental domains and examine
the disadvantages that technology can have on the development of
children and adolescents. We will look at how technology is perhaps
responsible for limiting traditional human interaction and how
cyberbullying and self-harm incidents are on the increase due to the
irresponsible use of technology.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
Physical Development
The excessive use of technology among the adolescent population is
affecting the physical wellbeing of young people. Musculoskeletal
conditions and obesity are just some of the issues arising from the
overuse of electronic devices. The lack of physical activity can
potentially disrupt healthy eating patterns as children tend to snack on
foods high in sugar and calories when playing computer games or
engaging with social media, leading to a rise in obesity and other
problems further down the line.
Social Development
Social development is designed to help children understand early in
life how to manage their own feelings and to respect and consider the
feelings of others. Positive social development helps to build good
relationships with family members and peers, as well as assisting in
the promotion of other important life skills such as relationships and
Etiquette. According to Bowlby (1969/1982, 1988) , a child’s
attachment to their guardian works as the basis for future social
development. Bowlby implied that attachment is biologically based
and aimed at ensuring children have adequate help and protection until
they are able to function independently (Huitt and Dawson, 2011, p.
3).
Traditionally and still to this day, the role of the parent is seen as very
important in a child’s social development but modern- 02 day tech
savvy parents are introducing their children to technology as young as
the age of three or four years old. This maybe something as simple as
giving a child a smartphone to help regulate their emotions, or playing
a video clip on a phone as a way of encouraging children to eat meals
or do other tasks. An Irish times report by Ailin Quinlan found that
this use of technology in early years means that children are not
interacting properly with parents and are not being afforded the
opportunity to control their feelings through normal human interaction
(Quinlan, 2018). Technology used in this way is contrary to the views
of Piagetian theorists who suggest that social interaction that happens
within the context of play lets children discover their social world by
embracing different roles (Keenan, 2002, p. 202).
Technology has many advantages in society, but unfortunately there
will always be disadvantages associated with technology.
Cyberbullying is an example of a social problem that can result from
establishing relationships online.
Cyberbullying can be devastating for all parties involved and can
potentially trigger psychological issues such as depression, anxiety
and self-harm. According to a study by the National Anti-Bullying
Research and Resource Centre at DCU, cyberbullying is becoming a
major issue in Ireland with more than 1 in 10 children saying they
have experienced it at some stage in their lives (McGuire et al., 2016).
Subsequently a 2018, UK study published in the Journal of Medical
Internet Research showed that cyberbullying victims are more than
twice as likely to self-harm and show suicidal behaviors. To a lesser
degree the study also found that individuals who participate in
cyberbullying are also at risk of suicidal behaviors and suicidal
thoughts compared to those who do not partake in this activity (Ann
John et al., 2018).
The evolution of technology has somewhat taken away the physical
aspect of social development, teenagers are becoming more reliant on
various social media platforms to form friendships and are finding it
more difficult to make and retain friends. As a young person starts the
transition from child to adolescent, they start to explore their inner
thoughts and feelings and begin to express them verbally, particularly
when relationships may involve intimacy. Therefore, it is important
that youngsters are encouraged to reduce time spent using technology
and move towards a more conventional means of social development.
Emotional Development
It is widely publicized throughout the media that excessive use of
social media in both children and adolescents can cause low self-
esteem, negative moods, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Duggan’s et
al., (2012) research indicates that the manner by which some teenagers
may disclose non-suicidal self-harm experiences online may lead
teenagers to believe that the behavior is normal when the information
is accessed and shared via social media. Many non-suicidal self-harm
incidents disclosed on social media contain comprehensive accounts
of non-suicidal self-injury that highlights emotional pain and suffering
without a positive message of recovery and prognosis (Christofferson,
2016, p. 14).
As technology rapidly evolves there is hope that the various social
media providers will consider the negativities of unsolicited online
behavior, and provide an adequate response to the issue. Sadly, for
now we must live in a generation where children and adolescents are
using their time irresponsibly and are potentially damaging their
emotional development due to technology addiction.
Language Development
For many people language is viewed solely as a communications tool,
but it is much broader than just exchanging 03 information.
Language development is a vital part of a child’s development and is
reliant on verbal communication through talking, play and everyday
interactions with peers. Language has many other functions such as
helping with the thinking process, decision making and problem
solving, while giving individuals control over their own learning. This
is not a new theory; in the 1970s the Russian psychologist Lev
Vygotsky spoke about private speech, he claimed that private speech
is a way of thinking, self-regulating and problem solving. This so-
called private speech supports people in decision making, planning
and concentration using their own mental abilities (Naughton, 2019).
The use of digital technology is becoming a popular means of
communication amongst the younger generation and is now a part of
their daily lives either in the home or educational setting. Although
modern technology should be embraced, there are worries that its
overuse is having a damaging effect on the language development of
young people.
A 2014 Telegraph report on research by Cohen Children's Medical
Centre found that children in clinics were regularly given smartphones
to keep them entertained and examined links to development and
speech. A survey of 65 families indicated that most parents felt that
the games were educational and helped with their child's development
but this was not the case. The research found that children started
using tablets and other touchscreen devices at just 11 months old and
most used them on average for thirty minutes per day. Researchers
discovered that there was no variance in scores on general
developmental tests in children aged up to 3 years old between those
who played educational or non-educational games on touchscreen
devices. On the other hand, children who played non-educational
games such as Angry Birds scored poorer in speech tests for
understanding of speaking and language (Smith, 2014).
Conclusion
It is worth considering that perhaps our society would be happier and
healthier if the use of technology was limited in early years and
youngster were given the opportunity to live in a world where human
interaction is the most vital aspect of a child’s development. Due to
the advancements in technology, it is highly unlikely that we will
return to a society where parents encourage their youngsters to
participate in good old-fashioned play techniques that promotes one-
to-one relationships between siblings and peers.
Physical face to face communication must take precedence over
facetime, to help young people with oral communication techniques
and body language skills that are unique in language development.
The recklessness of cyberbullying must be met head on and action
taken to prevent self-harm and suicide incidents increasing. As a
society we all have a responsibility to hold the major technology
giants accountable and to work toward ending cyberbullying before it
becomes an unmanageable epidemic. Technology is here to stay, but
that doesn’t mean that we should allow it take over our lives to the
extent that irreversible damage may potentially be done to succeeding
generations.
