Tag: Social Media Addiction

Japan’s abandoned homes are becoming social media sensations

TikTok creators buying abandoned Japanese homes to renovate them sparks a cultural and economic debate over gentrification, community identity, and heritage preservation.

The Akiya Renaissance: How TikTokers are Buying Up Japan’s Abandoned Homes

In recent years, a peculiar trend has been sweeping across Japan’s rural areas, leaving in its wake a trail of renovated homes and a flurry of social media activity. The phenomenon in question is the buying and renovating of abandoned homes known as “akiyas” by TikTok creators, who have turned these neglected structures into Instagram-worthy havens. Continue reading “Japan’s abandoned homes are becoming social media sensations”

The rise of tech solutions for opioid overdoses

Can Technology Save Lives of Those Struggling Alone from Overdose?

Fatal Overdoses: Can Technology Save the Lives of Those Struggling Alone?

The opioid epidemic has ravaged communities across the globe, leaving in its wake a trail of devastation and despair. One of the most insidious aspects of this crisis is the alarming rate of solitary overdoses – individuals who die alone, often with no one to call for help or administer a lifesaving antidote. Continue reading “The rise of tech solutions for opioid overdoses”

Tiktok’s fate in washington

TikTok faces a US court hearing over allegations it poses a national security risk due to ties with China’s government.

TikTok’s Fate in Washington: Can China-Backed App Survive National Security Scrutiny?

The battle between the US government and TikTok, a Chinese-owned social media app, has reached its boiling point. Next week, a court hearing will take place in Washington D.C., where the fate of the popular app will be decided. Continue reading “Tiktok’s fate in washington”

How social media affects mental health

Social media’s dark side is eroding mental health due to comparison, competition, and voyeurism, leading to devastating consequences for individuals and society as a whole.

The Unseen Consequences of a ‘Perfect’ Online Life

A study reveals the devastating effects of social media on mental health, and how it’s changing the way we live our lives forever.

As we click through our feeds, scrolling past perfectly curated selfies and polished advertisements, it’s easy to forget about the true cost of our online obsession. But a growing body of research is shining a light on the dark side of social media, revealing a disturbing picture of how these platforms are eroding our mental health. Continue reading “How social media affects mental health”