Understanding Psychological Implications of Technology Addiction on Adolescents

The present analysis provides a holistic summarization of empirical studies investigating the neural cognitive implications of technology addiction on Adolescents. As technology becomes increasingly integrated into daily life, concerns about its potential negative impacts, particularly on the psychological well-being of young individuals, have emerged. Technology though, carries large number of positive outcomes for any individual, subject to its controlled use, but technology positive effects can’t be considered in isolation. Therefore, this review synthesizes findings from various research studies, focusing on the effects of technology addiction on cognitive, emotional, physical and behavioral outcomes among the college Adolescents. The paper also examines factors contributing to obsession for the technologically empowered devices, followed by the repercussions of technology addiction on academic performance, social relationships, behavioral differences, and mental health. Statistical tools like Chi Square, T-test and Regression analysis were conducted on the data collected from 200 respondents. Techniques to reduce the technological usage intensity among adolescents have been suggested in the research. The study ends by reviewing and acknowledging the limitations presented by recent studies and offers recommendations to future studies to better understand and address the psychological effects of technology addiction on adolescents