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> Are we really saying that people cannot stop using social media? Are we saying that people don't think it's bad for them? Yes, that’s part of the definition
by sjy 6y ago
> Are we really saying that people cannot stop using social media? Are we saying that people don't think it's bad for them?
Yes, that’s part of the definition of ‘addictive.’ Internet and social media addiction is well documented, even though not all users are addicted. Like gambling.
- djoldman 6y agoShould we force casinos to change in order to be less addictive?
- roganartu 6y agoMany countries, including Australia, do in fact regulate various aspects of casinos and gambling facilities in order to protect the vulnerable. Things like not allowing ATMs in particular areas, lots of signage about addiction and help, mandatory (and audited) return rates etc. I’m not saying I agree with my government’s approach to this particular problem (tbh it seems like curbing social media addiction, if it happens, will be more of an accident than the intent of this legislation), but the suggestion that we do not regulate other predatory industries is rather misguided.
- rurp 6y agoCasinos are highly regulated and must follow a number of restrictions on how they market their products and handle troubled players. So yes, our society has indeed already decided that casinos should be forced to be less predatory.
- djoldman 6y agoCertainly. My question was aimed at the current state of regulation: should casinos be further restricted? (people are still getting addicted, as far as I know).