Write about a conflict central in the lives of adolescents

A conflict that is central in the lives of modern adolescents concerns the era of technology. Specifically, the cell-phone "addiction." It has been reported on time and again these past few years about just how addicted adolescents are when it comes to staying connected with their phones, and with social media. Joel Stein, a writer for Time Magazine, described modern adolescents as the "me, me, me generation." He delves into the pro's and con's of adolescent's inherent need for "likes" on their posts, and in constantly capturing moments on their phones. Specifically, he states that while this may render adolescents entitled and lazy, they are the new "Great Generation." That is, adolescents are powerful. In my opinion, I do believe that adolescents (and society in general) have become too attached to cell-phones and social media. We strive for likes on a photo, and in capturing moments on the phone, rather than living them. I admit, I find myself sitting for hours on Facebook, neglecting more important tasks, simply scrolling and scrolling. While there are certain benefits to this vast worldwide connection, there are some downfalls; disconnection with one's surroundings being one of them. In a world where technology continuously grows however, this problem is not too easily fixed. As modern adolescents are in the focal point of this conflict, it is ultimately up to them to choose a side.