Social impact of technology: Social Isolation

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+ Technology Creates Social Isolation and Neurosis Tonya Claughton

Transcript of Social impact of technology: Social Isolation

  • 1. + Technology Creates Social Isolation and Neurosis Tonya Claughton

2. + Agenda Introduction Definitions of Social Isolation and Neurosis Why People Use Technology Pros of Technology in Social Interactions Cons of Technology in Social Interactions Situations Video: Movie Trailer-Disconnect (2013) Conclusion 3. + 4. + Introduction Social isolation: A state or process in which persons, groups, or cultures lose or do not have communication or cooperation with one another, often resulting in open conflict. - 5. + Introduction Neurosis: a functional disorder in which feelings of anxiety, obsessional thoughts, compulsive acts, and physical complaints without objective evidence of disease, occurring in various degrees and patterns, dominate the personality. 6. + Why people use technology for Social Interactions 7. + Pros of Technology on Social Interactions Used to develop meaningful relationships (ex. Online dating) Stay in touch with friends/family Through the use of Facebook, Skype, email, etc. Being in constant touch (safety reasons) You can always call, text, email, etc with someone if you feel you are in danger. Voice your opinions Online without the fear of scrutiny for your opinion. 8. + Cons of Technology on Social Interactions Narcissismexcessive interest in ones appearance and in oneself. Internet addiction Online gaming, gambling, social media, etc. Television/media contributes to the downfall of social values Ex. Desensitizing of youth to violence Overuse of many different technologies. Email, phone, cell, etc-just to reach someone. 9. + Cons Continued Face-to-face interactions lost Constant time spent inside using technology can lead to ergophobia and social anxiety. Less verbal interactions lead to not being able to pick up on non-verbal cues. Decline in physical activity (ex. Organized sports) 10. + Cons of Technology on Social Interactions Situations Being fired for viewing websites at work. Adultery via chat rooms and online dating Can create online bullying Identity theft via non-secure websites 11. + Video about the cons of Technology and Social Interaction 12. + Conclusion Overall, the overuse of technology is leading to many different issues. Some of these include: Social anxiety Less social understanding Desensitization But technology isnt all negative when it comes to social interaction. It has also given people other ways to communicate all over the world. Use wisely. 13. + References Duran , J. (2013, Feb 4). Technology and social interaction. Retrieved from http://juancarlosduran.com/2013/02/04/technology-and-social- interaction/ Human Kinetics (2010). Technology can have positive and negative impact on social interactions. Retrieved from http://www.humankinetics.com/excerpts/excerpts/technology-can-have- positive-and-negative-impact-on-social-interactions Neurosis. (2013). Retrieved from http://www.thefreedictionary.com/neurosis Rubin, H. (Director) (2013). Disconnect [Web]. Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aqCcQOlDM4o Social isolation. (2013). Retrieved from http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/social isolation