"Addictive Loop: How Tech Giants are Manipulating Our Minds A growing body of research suggests that social media apps and video games are designed to be incredibly addictive, using a combination of psychological manipulation and clever engineering to keep users hooked. The result is a 'trancelike state' that can leave people mindlessly scrolling or gaming for hours on end, with children being particularly susceptible to these tactics. Experts warn that this phenomenon is not only detrimental to our mental and physical health but also has serious implications for our society as a whole. As we continue to spend more time on these platforms, what are the long-term consequences of our addiction, and what can be done to break the cycle?"
Taken together, these four features can create a trancelike state that can keep us stuck on social media apps or video games for hours. Children are particularly vulnerable.
