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Social Media Addiction
A behavioral disorder similar to gambling addiction, social media addiction affects 6 percent of social media users--about 210 million people worldwide and about 9 people million in the United States. An obsession with social media can damage personal, family, and professional relationships and lead to severe anxiety and depression. Social Media Addiction presents a realistic picture of what is happening on social media, who's most affected, and what is being done to address these troubling issues.
The Dark Side of Social Media
Social media outlets can strengthen ties between friends and family, but they can also be used for nefarious purposes--from inciting insurrection to shaming, bullying, and spreading hatred. Using personal stories, academic studies, and current events, this book explores the ways in which social media platforms are empowering dark forces to tear at the fabric of society.
Freedom of Speech
Free speech doctrine holds that the best way to deal with harmful speech is not to suppress it but to engage with it. However, new technologies are raising doubts about the effectiveness of this approach. Some experts are calling for tougher measures to counter hate speech and misinformation. Are more restrictions needed? If so, what possible harms that might result from them?
First Scientist
"Ibn al-Haytham, who lived from approximately 950 to 1040, was a pioneer in several scientific and mathematical fields, including physics, optics, astronomy, and analytical geometry. His experiments on how light is refracted by the atmosphere were later developed by Isaac Newton, and he discovered the first law of motion centuries before Galileo. Most importantly, Ibn al-Haytham, a devout Muslim, was committed to a scientific method based on observation, hypothesis, and testing, and he helped keep alive the classical spirit of inquiry first developed in Ancient Greece. Ibn al-Haytham's groundbreaking work reflects a life of travel and adventure, and this biography introduces this fascinating scientist to a new generation of readers"--
J.K. Rowling
Lucent's contemporary biography series profiles the lives and careers of some of today's most prominent newsmakers. Whether covering contributions and achievements or notorious deeds, books in this series examine why these well-known personages garnered public attention.
Careers in Internet Technology
The burgeoning use of smartphones to access the Internet is driving Internet careers as never before. Comments from people in the industry, current statistics and forecasts, and realistic descriptions provide a useful look at Internet technology jobs ranging from search engine optimization experts to cybersecurity analysts to mobile app developers.
Censorship
Throughout history, societies have placed limits on expression-from the trial of Socrates to Internet software filters. Does some speech go too far? If so, who decides where the limits should be? Censorship takes a balanced look at the often difficult choices between individual and group rights.
Is Marijuana Harmful?
Marijuana is the most commonly used illicit drug in the United States, making it imperative to have an understanding of the benefits and possible harms of using this drug. Issues are discussed clearly and objectively, with added insight from experts and others, in these chapters: What Are the Facts? Does Marijuana Adversely Impact Health? Is Marijuana a Gateway Drug? Is Marijuana an Effective Medical Treatment? Should Marijuana Be Decriminalized?
Cell Phone Addiction
"There is mounting scientific evidence that the round-the-clock bombardment of cell phone alerts and messages is affecting the physical and mental health of cell phone users. Cell Phone Addiction explores how cell phone users are being manipulated into touching their phones up to five thousand times a day and the effects this activity is having on brain function, emotional well-being, and relationships"--Provided by publisher.
Ibn Al-Haytham
Ibn al-Haytham, a devout Muslim, was a pioneer in several scientific and mathematical fields, including physics, optics, optics, astronomy, and analytical geometry. He discovered the first law of motion centuries before Galileo, and he was committed to a scientific method based on observation, hypothesis, and testing.
