This gist is a index file of the book: Am I a Robot? - Technology and Children: A Disaster Waiting to Happen (Part 1)

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Am I a Robot? - Technology and Children: A Disaster Waiting to Happen (Part 1)

• Introduction:

  • Why the Hell am I Writing this Book?

  • What Kind of Crazy Research I Did?

  • How to Survive this Book Without Losing Your Mind?

• Chapter 1: How Technology Screws Up Children's Behavior and Development

  The Myth of Technology as a Learning Tool
  The Dangers of Technology Addiction and Distraction
  The Failure of Parental and Educational Guidance
  

  • 1.1 What are the So-called Benefits of Technology for Children? (There Aren't Many)

    Technology as a Source of Information and Knowledge - Information
    Technology as a Tool for Creativity and Expression - Creativity
    Technology as a Medium for Communication and Collaboration - Communication
    

  • 1.2 What are the Obvious Risks of Technology for Children? (There are a Lot)

    Technology as a Cause of Distraction and Addiction - Distraction
    Technology as a Threat to Privacy and Security - Privacy
    Technology as a Factor of Cyberbullying and Online Abuse - Cyberbullying
    

  • 1.3 How Can Parents and Educators Stop Being Clueless About Children's Technology Use? (They Can't)

    The Need for Awareness and Education on Technology Issues - Awareness
    The Importance of Setting Rules and Boundaries on Technology Use - Rules
    The Challenge of Finding Alternatives and Solutions to Technology Problems - Solutions
    

• Chapter 2: How Children Mess with Technology and Each Other

  The Decline of Literacy and Critical Thinking Skills
  The Loss of Social and Emotional Skills
  The Waste of Time and Money on Useless and Harmful Games and Apps
  

  • 2.1 How Do Children Learn Nothing from Technology? (They Don't Pay Attention)

    The Problem of Attention Span and Multitasking - Attention
    The Issue of Memory and Information Overload - Memory
    The Challenge of Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving - Thinking
    

  • 2.2 How Do Children Communicate Nonsense with Technology? (They Use Emojis and Slang)

    The Use of Emojis and Symbols Instead of Words - Emojis
    The Adoption of Slang and Abbreviations Instead of Grammar - Slang
    The Encounter of Trolls and Haters Instead of Friends - Trolls
    

  • 2.3 How Do Children Play Stupidly with Technology? (They Waste Time and Money)

    The Waste of Time and Energy on Meaningless Games and Apps - Time
    The Loss of Money and Resources on In-app Purchases and Subscriptions - Money
    The Exposure to Harm and Danger on Violent and Inappropriate Content - Harm
    

• Chapter 3: How Technology Affects Children's Health and Well-being

  The Rise of Physical and Mental Disorders - 
  The Disruption of Sleep and Nutrition Patterns
  The Lack of Balance and Moderation in Technology Use
  

  • 3.1 How Does Technology Impact Children's Physical and Mental Health? (It Makes Them Sick and Sad)

    The Effect of Screen Time on Eyesight and Hearing - Eyes & Ears 
    The Impact of Noise and Radiation on Brain Function and Mood - Brain & Mood
    The Correlation of Technology Use with Stress and Anxiety - Stress & Anxiety
    

  • 3.2 How Does Technology Affect Children's Sleep and Nutrition? (It Makes Them Sleepless and Hungry)

    The Interference of Blue Light and Notifications on Sleep Quality and Quantity - Light
    The Distraction of Devices and Media on Eating Habits and Appetite - Hunger
    The Influence of Technology on Circadian Rhythms and Metabolism  - Metabolism
    

  • 3.3 How Can Parents and Educators Help Children Balance Their Technology Use and Their Health Needs? (They Can't)

    The Need for Monitoring and Tracking Children's Technology Use and Health Indicators - Monitor
    The Importance of Limiting and Regulating Children's Technology Use and Health Behaviors - Limit
    The Benefit of Rewarding and Motivating Children's Technology Use and Health Outcomes - Reward
    

• Chapter 4: How Technology Shapes Children's Future and Society

  The Unpreparedness for the Changing World and Workforce
  The Erosion of Values and Ethics in the Digital Age
  The Lack of Inspiration and Motivation to Use Technology for Good and Not Evil
  

  • 4.1 How Does Technology Prepare Children for the Challenges and Opportunities of the Future? (It Doesn't)

    The Development of Skills and Competencies for the Digital Age - Skills
    The Creation of Jobs and Careers for the Digital Economy - Jobs
    The Solution of Problems and Issues for the Digital Society - Problems
    

  • 4.2 How Does Technology Influence Children's Values and Ethics? (It Makes Them Selfish and Immoral)

    The Respect for Privacy and Security in the Digital Environment - Privacy
    The Responsibility for Safety and Protection in the Digital World - Security
    The Morality for Good and Evil in the Digital Culture - Morality
    

  • 4.3 How Can Parents and Educators Inspire Children to Use Technology for Good and Not Evil? (They Can't)

    The Role Models of Positive and Ethical Technology Users - Role Models
    The Examples of Beneficial and Helpful Technology Projects - Examples
    The Projects of Creative and Innovative Technology Products - Projects
    

Ahh,,.. I will continue to write this book after a month. and i will complete it as soon as possible..
thanks for those who are waiting for this book.

Yeah, No one. :)