Cellular devices or smart devices have taken over humanity more than humans have taken over this planet. It is not necessarily a bad thing. We get a chance to always know if our loved ones are safe and healthy, we know what is going on around the globe, we are getting more aware and knowledgeable. But excess of anything can be harmful. Just as alcohol, caffeine, sugar, and fat are harmful addictions, so is social media addiction. You are good to go if you can absorb all the constructive news from the internet and ignore the negativity and comparisons. But if that’s not the case, you may be in trouble. Take this quiz to know are your devices hurting your relationship.
1. Roughly how many hours do you spend online or on other tech devices?
A. About two to three hours a day
B. More than eight hours off and on
C. A whole day if I am free
2. Do you force the latest social media trends on your friends and family?
A. Sometimes, if it is really cool
B. No, I don’t
C. I do that a lot
3. Do you attend to others if you are going through a critical news story?
A. No, I do not
B. I try my best
C. Whenever I can
4. Do you get angry with your partner if they use your devices without your permission?
A. Yes, sometimes
B. Only the confidential stuff is off-limits
C. I am very possessive about my devices
5. Do you sometimes get zoned out of conversations with your partner by not-so-important notifications?
A. Yes, this has been happening for a long time
B. Sometimes, as we all do
C. Most of my notifications are important
6. Have you ever been told by your friends or elders to get more involved in group activities?
A. Yes, I have been told that a couple of times
B. Yes, frequently
C. Occasionally
7. Would you rather go out on Christmas with someone or sit at home, decorate your tree, and order in?
A. Go out, for sure
B. Stayin in sounds cozy
C. I like being with my family on Christmas
8. Do you lead a healthy and active lifestyle?
A. Yes, absolutely
B. No, but that is my goal
C. I have become really passive
9. Do you get extremely stressed if your wifi goes off or if there is no network range?
A. Yes, I do
B. I kind of enjoy the detox
C. Occasionally
10. Do you still practice, play, or follow the sport you used to enjoy watching as a child?
A. No, not anymore
B. I still do
C. On and off
