Technology addiction stories
Half of New Zealanders overwhelmed by notification overload
Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
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email
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social media
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productivity
Half of New Zealanders feel overwhelmed by digital notifications, with social media and emails disrupting wellbeing and productivity, finds 2degrees research.
Online security a concern as screen addiction surges during COVID-19 lockdown
Wed, 25th Aug 2021
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online services
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mental health
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technology addiction
COVID-19 is fueling screen addiction among New Zealanders, with 36% admitting they are hooked, according to NortonLifeLock's global study.
Kiwis keen to reduce workplace screen time - for a $250 bonus
Thu, 5th Mar 2020
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mental health
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technology addiction
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frog recruitment
The poll shows an appetite for workplaces to assess the amount of time their employees are on a screen, and provide an incentive for people to switch off.
Exclusive interview: Elanation battles child obesity & anxiety with tech
Fri, 2nd Jun 2017
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edutech
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gaming
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digital entertainment
78% of kids who search the internet for content end up frustrated, confused or anxious because that sea of content is so overwhelming.
Kids vs mobile phones - who gets more attention?
Thu, 25th Jun 2015
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avg technologies
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online safety
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mental health
One in three Kiwi kids say their parents spend as much or less time with them as on mobile devices, according to new AVG Technologies research.
How much gaming is too much?
Tue, 10th Jan 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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case study
PhD student investigates if gaming over 33 hours a week could increase depression signs, offering AU$500 for study participants.