Technology and Social Isolation

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This paper discusses technology and social isolation. The paper discusses how humans are essentially social creatures and the harm that can be done by keeping a person in isolation, for example, prisoners of war. It then discusses the ways in which technology has contributed to to social isolation and the problems this is causing for teenagers.

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"Technology and Social Isolation Humans are social creatures. We are used to living and spending time with other people, like family and friends. Isolation from others can have an extremely negative impact on an individual. That is why the prisoners of war for example were often kept in isolation. For humans, being isolated can cause psychological problems like depression and loneliness. Unfortunately, technology contributes in a great extent to social isolation. Many of the activities that are taking more and more time in our lives are causing social isolation. Social isolation can become a big problem especially for teenagers and young people. "

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