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Vivek Wadhwa: "Your Happiness Was Hacked"

Book Club with Michael Smerconish

CHAPTER

The Dark Side of Connectivity

This chapter examines the paradox of technology's convenience versus its negative impact on happiness, particularly among teenagers. It explores the effects of social media comparisons on emotional well-being and the addictive nature of digital devices, drawing parallels to gambling behaviors and past psychological studies.

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