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The debate over banning social media for minors represents a broader societal struggle to adapt traditional norms of childhood to the digital age. Comment.

Topic: Effects of globalization on Indian society Q2. The debate over banning social media for minors represents a broader societal struggle to adapt traditional norms of childhood to the digital age. Comment. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question Growing global and domestic debates on age-based restrictions on social media for children, …

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“Digital addictions are not merely personal failures but structural outcomes.” Examine the societal conditions enabling widespread digital addiction among Indian youth. Analyse its psychological effects. Suggest social interventions to counter these trends.

Topic: Population and associated issues Q2. “Digital addictions are not merely personal failures but structural outcomes.” Examine the societal conditions enabling widespread digital addiction among Indian youth. Analyse its psychological effects. Suggest social interventions to counter these trends. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question Asked because recent behavioural studies and commentaries …

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Dopamine Overdose — Modern Lifestyles Are Rewiring Our Brains

Syllabus: Society Source:  TH Context: Neuroscientists and mental health experts are warning of a “dopamine overdose” epidemic as modern lifestyles—dominated by social media, instant gratification, and digital hyper-stimulation—are reshaping the brain’s reward system, causing rising anxiety, depression, and attention disorders among youth. About Dopamine Overdose — Modern Lifestyles Are Rewiring Our Brains What is Dopamine? …

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Doomscrolling

Context: Doctors have warned that doomscrolling — the habit of continuously consuming negative news online — is altering brain functions, increasing anxiety, and affecting focus and decision-making among young professionals. About Doomscrolling: What it is: Doomscrolling means endlessly scrolling through bad or distressing news on phones or social media, even when it causes stress. How …

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