Tech Slave? Or Tech Savvy?

​Our relationship with technology is becoming an important behavioral factor in our mental and physical health, just like our sleep habits, diet, physical activity, social connectivity and other behavior choices.  And like with most behaviors, moderation and manageability of our use of technology is recommended by an increasing wealth of research.  Just as medical research tells us that, for many people, one glass of wine or cup of coffee daily can have health benefits, moderate use of technology offers advantages and resources in our lives.  And too much use can be a detrimental influence to our sense of well-being and even our physical health.  
 The trick is to recognize our own particular vulnerabilities to any negative impact of technology in our lives and to identify strategies for managing our use so that it adds value rather than to allow technology to manage us. ​Here’s a good example--

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