ADHD and technology are closely linked these days. Technology and technological tools are an integral part of most people’s lives. They are used daily for work, study or leisure and therefore have a noticeable impact on our lives. Sometimes this influence is so strong that it can lead to technological dependency.
In this article, we ask ourselves whether attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can be positively or negatively influenced by technology and what effects dependence on technology has on ADHD sufferers.
How does technological dependence affect ADHD? Read this article to find out!
There are several theories that explain the relationship between ADHD and technological addiction. One of them is linked to emotional intelligence (EI), which is the ability to recognize, understand and control one’s own and others’ emotions. A high level of EI means that a person is able to manage stress and anxiety, communicate effectively and have a healthy relationship with their emotions.
Research has shown that people with ADHD have lower EI scores because they are more sensitive to stimuli and emotional dysregulation and are more likely to develop a dependence on substances that provide intense stimuli. Another characteristic of ADHD symptoms is impulsivity, which means they have difficulty controlling their impulses, making them more prone to compulsive behaviors such as excessive technology use.
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