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Short story- tech addiction

Once upon a time, there was a young man named Max who was deeply addicted to technology. Max couldn't go anywhere without his smartphone, and he spent countless hours scrolling through social media and playing mobile games.

At first, Max's addiction was just a harmless hobby. He loved the convenience and entertainment that technology provided, and he felt like he was always in the loop with the latest trends and news.

But as time went on, Max's addiction began to take a darker turn. He started staying up all night on his phone, neglecting his schoolwork and his relationships with friends and family. He stopped going outside and exercising, and he became increasingly isolated and depressed.

Despite his growing awareness of the negative affects of his addiction, Max couldn't bring himself to give up his smartphone. He felt like he needed it to survive, like it was an extension of his own body.

One day, Max's phone finally gave out. He was devastated at first, but as he began to adjust to life without his constant technological companion, he realized that he was happier and healthier than he had been in a long time. He started spending more time with his loved ones and taking care of his physical and mental health.


Max realized that technology could be a valuable tool, but that it was important to use it in moderation and not let it consume his life. He learned to appreciate the simple pleasures of the natural world, and he never forgot the valuable lesson that his addiction had taught him.


Written by Dhruv (Y7)

Edited by Tayiba (Y12)



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