According to this surprising infographic from crucial.com, gadget stress can be even more stressful than relationship stress, even during the Valentine's Day season. The most surprising gadget stress pattern the infographic explores is how gadget stress can actually spill over and be a direct cause of relationship stress.
Of the people surveyed for the project, a staggering 41 percent say that the amount of time their partner spends on the computer or gadgets is a stress factor. Another 18 percent say that their gadgets cause more stress than their relationship does. This makes total sense to anyone who has ever witnessed someone pounding their keyboard in frustration over bugs and slow performance. At least common sense prevails when 61 percent of those surveyed said that a relationship argument is more stressful than computer problems.
The moral of the story is, don't let all this gadget stress get you down, there are bigger fish to fry out there!
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Gadget Stress
- An emerging trend where the overuse of gadgets is causing stress on individuals and their relationships
- Relationship Stress
- A trend where personal relationships are strained or affected by the use of technology and gadgets
- Digital Detox
- A trend of taking a break from technology and gadgets to reduce stress and improve mental health
Sectors Adopting This
- Technology
- Opportunities for tech companies to design and develop solutions to reduce gadget stress and improve user experience
- Mental Health
- Opportunities for mental health professionals and wellness companies to provide counseling, support, coaching to mitigate the negative impact of gadget stress
- Entertainment
- Opportunities for the entertainment industry to provide alternatives to screen time such as live events, outdoor activities or interactive games to facilitate healthy relationships
