24/09/2026
A DISTRACTED GENERATION
We live in an age of remarkable technological advancement, yet we are increasingly becoming a distracted generation. Mobile phones, tablets, laptops, social media, online games and other digital devices have transformed communication, learning, work and entertainment, but uncontrolled use can seriously affect attention and human relationships.
For children below six, early exposure to phones may compete with play, conversation and family interaction. Children below twelve may become absorbed in games and videos, while secondary and university students can experience reduced concentration, poor study habits, disrupted sleep and declining academic performance.
Adults are equally affected. People sometimes walk or drive while using phones, creating avoidable safety risks. In workplaces, excessive phone use can interrupt concentration, reduce productivity and affect efficiency. Even religious gatherings are increasingly disrupted by phone calls, messages and notifications.
The consequences include weakened attention, reduced productivity, strained relationships, poor decision-making and diminished presence in important moments.
Technology is not the enemy; uncontrolled use is the challenge. Parenting in a Technological World provides practical ideas for managing screen time, guiding children and creating healthier digital boundaries. Read it, reflect on it, and take action.
