The constant use of devices like computers and smartphones has led to a rise in health issues. I have realized that using the mouse for longer periods is causing pain in my wrist bone.

Solution:

I need to take breaks and do some wrist flexion and extension exercises.

Social media use is associated with a higher risk of developing anxiety. Sometimes I feel the pressure to stay connected all the time and to respond to messages and post and this is making me feel overwhelmed and burned out.

Solution:

I need to consider setting specific goals for the time I spend online and I need to concentrate on one specific thing at a time so that I avoid feeling overwhelmed.

Digital media technology use encourages bad habits that

affect our focus, productivity, busyness, reading skills and our spiritual life. Every now and then it's difficult for me to reflect on different aspects of my life since I need to deal with all the noise that technology causes.

Solution:

I'm going to take a five minute break between my lessons in order to refresh and refocus my attention.

I feel that I don't spend as much as time with my friends and family as I used to.

Solution:

I need to reconnect with friends and family by accepting more invitations and spending less time on my computer.

These days I find it more difficult to concentrate on studying since there are a lot of distractions.

Solution:

I'm going to take breaks, set boundaries and find ways to ensure that technology helps me with my learning rather than hindering my intellectual growth.

During this module I have found out that most of the passwords that I use are not strong enough to prevent brute force attacks from hackers.

Solution:

I'm going to follow the recommendations given in this module to create strong passwords.