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Are Cell Phones Mutating the Shape of Our Bones?
what if cellphones were so powerful that they could mutate the shape of our bones this is a surprising new topic that's recently been popping up all over the media it stems from a scientific report that suggests using phones and tablets can cause serious and long-lasting changes to our bodies and not in a way that you might think in the past few years a study has been carried out by David Shahar and mark sayers who specialized in biomechanics at Australia's University of the Sunshine Coast biomechanics looks at how mechanical laws apply to living organisms from how humans run to how insects beat their wings Shahar and sayers study also involves osteo biography this is used to work out what someone's life was like from their bones it's been known for some time that skeletons adapt to a person's lifestyle every set of bones tells a story for example some unusually large skeletons were found on the Pacific island of Tinian in 1924 stone structures in the vicinity of the skeletons explained the substantial nature of the islands bones by working with heavy stones they had naturally developed bigger arms legs and collarbones and over in Australia Shaw heart and sayers believe that modern tech is shaping young people's skeletons so how is it doing this it's all to do with something called an EOP or external occipital protuberance some experts and commentators have been more colorful and described it as foam ball or a devil like horn in reality the EOP is a growth of bone found in the back of the skull it's connected to the nuchal ligament this is an important ligament that plays a role in connecting Nick muscles to the skull the EOP creates an effect a lot like an anchor at the top of the nuchal ligament now let's go back to what the researchers were actually doing with the study in the first place by looking at chiropractors x-rays of people aged between 18 to 86 they wanted to get an up-to-date insight into how skeletons change because a lot of these x-rays were investigating things like neck pains there's also an elements of what consequences these changes may have on our health Shahar has sayers noticed that in young people the EOP appeared to be more widespread from this they hypothesized that young people's posture while constantly checking their phones and tablets was a major factor during screen time the neck instinctively cranks forward the theory is that by craning forward extra pressure is put on the area where sculpt me smuzzle to compensate the EOP gets gradually longer growing to around several milliliters the effect has also referred to as text neck the fundings also revealed that it was mostly found in men in 2016 Shah Harden sayers reported a bigger Yi Opie and 67% of men compared to 20% of women based on a test group of 218 people by 2018 they had looked at 1200 people with males appearing to be 5 times more likely to get these large texts necks but what is the potential impact on humanity we hear a lot about the radiation from phones potentially linked to cancer but can using a mobile device actually create significant health problems in the body this new report has opened up the debates on this topic since it's the first case where experts are explicitly pointing out how tech is affecting our bodies Shahar & sayers described the elongated yo PS as a degenerative process implying things are only gonna get much worse for young people if they keep using their devices there is also something called text thumb or thumb arthritis where thumb can develop serious problems similar to the dreaded carpal tunnel syndrome however the study of EOPS and referring to them as horns where spikes has been criticized by others in the press experts point out that the report is not conclusive and like any scientific paper it makes assumptions archeologists will tell you that longer skull bones are nothing new and that there are especially common in males the general view according to the studies critics is that there simply isn't enough hard evidence to back up the claim that you are actually turning into Hellboy by using your cell phones so are Shahar and sayers on to something or have they simply taken along established facts and fitted them into their own explanation either way there's no denying the dramatic impact that technology has on our lives the idea that upcoming generations are changing due to constant interaction with their devices is really a serious issue that needs to be addressed ultimately it will be the archaeologists of the future that make that call maybe don't even have big spikes sticking out of the back of their necks in the future who knows so yeah maybe a little more walk in the park and a little less Angry Birds you.
By Riya singh11 months ago in Psyche
Richard Dominick’s Role in the Decline of American Society’s Behavioral Standards
The Jerry Springer Show, known for its sensationalized conflicts, outrageous confrontations, and controversial content, played a significant role in shaping American media and public discourse. Richard Dominick, the show's executive producer from 1994 to 2008, was instrumental in driving the show’s most infamous elements—escalating its shock value, prioritizing drama over discourse, and pushing the boundaries of what was acceptable on daytime television. Through his leadership, the show not only entertained but also contributed to the normalization of problematic behaviors such as violence, public humiliation, and moral decay. This essay argues that Dominick’s leadership in shaping the show’s content significantly contributed to the normalization of toxic behaviors in American society, fostering a culture of aggression, spectacle, and desensitization to social norms.
By Vera Locke11 months ago in Psyche
The Psychology of First Impressions: How to Make People Instantly Like You. AI-Generated.
📌 You Never Get a Second Chance at a First Impression Imagine walking into a room full of strangers. Within seconds, people form an opinion about you—before you even speak.
By Ahmet Kıvanç Demirkıran11 months ago in Psyche
Change is a Part of Life
In the Sonapur village, the old mango tree was casting a shadow as the sun set. The slender dirt road where Rohan used to play was bathed in golden light. Now, years later, he was returning after a long time, a stranger to the place he once called home.
By Niranjon Chandra Roy11 months ago in Psyche
The Dark Side of Social Media: A Journey Through the Shadows of the Digital World
In the age of likes, shares, and followers, social media has become an integral part of our lives. However, beneath its glossy surface lies a darker reality. Excessive social media use has been linked to increased anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem, affecting millions worldwide. This story delves into the personal journey of a young woman named Sophia, who found herself trapped in the vortex of social media addiction and its devastating effects on her mental health.
By Nidhi Gandhi12 months ago in Psyche
Reclaiming Your Intuition
Have You Lost Touch with Your Intuition? At some point in our lives, most of us have been in a relationship—whether with a parent, partner, friend, or authority figure—where someone claimed to know what was best for us. They spoke with certainty, overriding our own thoughts and feelings, convincing us that their way was the right way.
By Eva A. Schellinger12 months ago in Psyche
