Today's rapidly developing science and technology, in addition to its life-facilitating effects, also brings with it some health risks. People who spend too much time in front of their phones, tablets or computers may face some serious health problems due to the side effects of the electromagnetic waves emitted. Specialist from the Department of Neurology. Dr. Birsen Aydın gave information about the harmful effects and protection methods of technological devices such as mobile phones and computers.
It causes headaches and sleep problems. Neuropsychiatric complaints such as headache, memory changes, dizziness and sleep problems are common among users and those living in areas close to base stations. Those who talk on the phone for a long time may experience headaches and a burning sensation in the ear and head. It has been proven by studies that uncontrolled smartphone use in pregnant women and children can cause migraines and headaches of different characters.
It negatively affects psychology
It is an indispensable part of business life. Computers also cause serious health problems. Long-term and uncontrolled use of the computer; It causes problems related to headache and joint pain, hearing loss, feeling dizzy, dizziness, distress, stress and tension. Unlimited use of technological devices such as mobile phones and computers causes women to have a higher negative impact than men.
It paves the way for the formation of benign tumors
Cell phones, It may cause mild pressure or burning pain, especially in the head area. These complaints increase in parallel with usage. Long-term mobile phone use may trigger the formation of "acoustic neuromas", that is, benign tumors in the tissue surrounding the eighth cranial nerve, although there is a very small possibility.
To minimize the negative effects of technology…
Use headphones
You can talk on a mobile phone by wearing headphones.
If the reception area is low, it may be difficult to talk on the phone. Do not hesitate
It is dangerous to have a conversation in places where the reception area is low. Because the phone consumes more power to communicate with the other party, and this causes the person to be exposed to more radiation.
Keep the distance between you and the phone while sleeping
While sleeping, the phone should not be left open under the pillow or on the bedside. The phone should be placed as far away from the bed as possible.
Limit computer use or make it comfortable
The daily time spent in front of the computer should not exceed 2.5 hours. Those who are in front of the computer all day long for work should take a break every half hour, prevent their eyes from drying out by blinking, and should not focus on the computer screen for a long time.
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