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| Writer by : Annisa Febrianti (Student Universits Muhammadiyah Bone) |
Mimbar.News_ The development of technology today has brought various changes to everyday life, especially for children. Currently, we can say that technology is an inseparable part of their activities, whether through digital devices such as cellphones, tablets, or computers. Technology does provide many benefits, especially in terms of making it easier to access information and entertainment, but technology also has negative impacts that we cannot ignore. Therefore, we need know the positive and negative impacts of technology's influence on children.
One of the most significant positive impacts of technology on children is that it can help and support children's education. Various educational applications and platforms, such as e-learning and educational games, can help children learn in a fun and interactive way. Technology also allows them to access information quickly, which can improve their understanding and knowledge in various fields. For example, children can watch educational videos on YouTube or use applications that teach foreign languages through games.
In addition, technology also opens up opportunities for wider communication. Children can easily connect with their friends or family who are far away, whether through instant messaging applications or social media. This can also help them maintain social relationships and expand their social networks. Technology also helps children explore their interests more deeply, such as in music, art, or sports, by looking for tutorials and information that can help them develop.
However, although technology brings various benefits, its negative impacts cannot be ignored. One of the main problems is screen addiction. Children who spend too much time in front of digital device screens can experience various health problems, such as impaired vision, sleep problems, and obesity due to lack of physical activity. Excessive time in front of the screen can also reduce direct social interaction with peers or family members.
In addition, technology can also introduce children to inappropriate or dangerous content. With easy internet access, children can be exposed to information that is not appropriate for their age, such as violence, pornography, and so on. Therefore, parental supervision is essential to ensure that children use technology properly.
Another negative impacts is changes in learning patterns. Although technology can improve learning, being too dependent on digital devices can also make children less likely to develop critical and creative thinking skills. They might be more likely to rely on information available on the internet without processing it deeply.
Technology affects children in two opposing impacts. The first is its positive impact, technology provides many benefits, especially in education and communication. The second is its negative impact, if used excessively or not properly supervised, technology can also have a negative impact on children's physical and mental health, as well as affect their social development. Therefore, the role of parents and educators is very important in guiding children to use technology positively, safely, and educationally. Technology can be a very useful tool for children's development if used properly.
