New Jersey is taking measures to protect children from online harm as the typical teen spends 35 hours a week on social media platforms, which is the equivalent of a full-time job. Gov Mikie Sherril signed the “New Jersey Kids Code Act,” which will force platforms to make children’s accounts harder to find, set default […]
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Enter The Metaverse: Playing a Game of Isolation
The growing landscape of immersive virtual worlds, often claimed as the next frontier of human interaction and commerce, carries with it a significant, yet often understated, potential for negative societal impacts. While the allure of limitless digital realms is undeniable, a critical examination reveals looming concerns over social isolation, addiction, mental health degradation and widening […]
Why Do We Really Resort to Retail Therapy?
You had a bad day at work. This week just isn’t going your way. On the ride home you stop by the store and pick out some useless sweater that will never be worn. But, for some reason it makes you feel better to drop that $50. This unfortunately means you have fallen victim to […]
