We are living in an always-online world and we’re constantly bombarded with stimuli. From perpetual notifications to the endless stream of information, our brains are working overtime to process it…

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Our constant exposure to instant gratification through technology has led to dopamine addiction, causing negative impacts on mental health. Social media and other digital platforms use algorithms to exploit dopamine release, fostering dependency. Studies show significant mental health risks, particularly among teens. Solutions such as digital detox practices and minimalist apps are being developed to counteract these effects.

Dopamine addiction: the obscure side of the seeking-reward loop

Solution is a slap to the face of Zuck and other crazy Tech Bros.

I can relate so much with this article as I find myself out in extreme need of dopamine and I don’t like this condition.
I think us as a society need to re-discover the pleasures of real-life and not just pictures or videos of it.
And I’m talking as a Developer who spends all day long onto screens.
What do you think?

With so many companies trying to “hack your brain” it was always a matter of time before the side effects became inevitable. Even as far back as Sesame Street, the writers knew full well that using advertising techniques would keep kid’s attention, but reduce their attention span in return. Today, we’re seeing a turbo charged version of that. Given how addictive this stuff is, I see expecting the individual to sort themselves out as victim blaming. OTOH, I really don’t see any governments really willing to step up and regulate this.