Technology and Families: How to Find Balance

Question 1 

In most cases, technology in our daily lives negatively affects the climates in the relationships people care about. On this note, people become so "plugged in" to the point of embracing an anti-social behavior which deprives off of our human nature. Technology, therefore, compromises the climates in the relationships we care about. 

Question 2 

There are various conforming relational messages that we send to others as a result of being so "plugged in" all the time. Some of these messages are characterized by deceitfulness, defiance, or even aggression. The conforming messages are also based on avoidance where people tend to lack interest in some social activity overusing technology. 

Question 3 

One of my friends can relate to the sentiments expressed in some of the stories written in the articles. On this note, my friend has been a victim of anti-social behaviour influenced by the increased use and dependence on technology within their family. She does not engage in face-to-face talks often with her other sisters who after getting home from school are always on their phones, laptops, or iPads. 

Question 4 

As the opinion piece suggests, parents are not advised to be on their iPhones when their kids play at the park. This is because kids can be inquisitive and explorative to the point that they may get themselves into trouble especially acquiring physical injuries. Furthermore, the kids have to be watched to ensure that they engage in constructive behavior against themselves and are cautious during their play. 

Question 5 

We are obliged to build health7y communications climates across our families while also embracing the reality of today's technology. This can be achieved by limiting the use of technology to ensure that both social and personal time are balanced. Besides, each family should have a schedule for bonding together which does not involve the use of social media platforms but rather for indoor and outdoor activities.