In the past five decades, information technology has advanced immensely from telephone booths to mobile phones. More importantly, is the invention of the internet that has lifted the challenge of distance. Today, people can connect through the internet without having to travel over long distances for a face-to-face meeting. Similarly, communication has become highly sophisticated and simple. Just an email or a text message is enough to deliver information within seconds, doing all that from the comfort of your sofa. Isn’t that not comfort? The answer to this question appears obvious; it is comfort, indeed. Ironically, it is this comfort which has become the problem in the information age, and the society is paying a heavy price for it. It is reported that loneliness has become a social issue in the global society with trends of loneliness showing alarming upward surge. Interestingly, mobile phones are, partly to blame for the rising incidence of loneliness.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Alarming Trends of Loneliness
- Mobile Phones Link to Loneliness and its Consequences
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This text examines the rising trend of loneliness in contemporary society and explores the potential link between mobile phone use and increased feelings of isolation. It analyzes the consequences of loneliness, including its impact on mental and physical health.
- The alarming rise of loneliness in Western societies.
- The connection between mobile phone dependency and loneliness.
- The consequences of loneliness for individuals and society.
- The role of face-to-face interaction in mitigating loneliness.
- The impact of mobile phone use on social skills and interpersonal connections.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: The text introduces the concept of loneliness as a growing social issue and highlights the potential role of mobile phones in exacerbating this trend. It cites research that suggests loneliness is increasing worldwide.
- Alarming Trends of Loneliness: This section presents data and research findings demonstrating the rising prevalence of loneliness in various countries, particularly in Canada and the United States. It underscores the urgency of addressing this issue.
- Mobile Phones Link to Loneliness and its Consequences: This section explores the potential link between mobile phone dependency and loneliness. It cites studies that suggest excessive mobile phone use can hinder social skills development and contribute to feelings of isolation. The section also discusses the various consequences of loneliness, including anxiety, depression, and health problems.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The key concepts explored in this text include loneliness, mobile phone dependency, social isolation, face-to-face interaction, mental health, anxiety, depression, and the impact of technology on human relationships.
- Quote paper
- Patrick Kimuyu (Author), 2018, The Link between Mobile Phones and Loneliness, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/421646
