Literacy makes you a knowledgeable person”
This is a Response to the Brain Rot wikithon
Nowadays, many children are addicted to gadgets, from young kids to adults. Children often become difficult to discipline once they start using their phones. Many of them lose their sense of direction, and their manners toward elders are also declining.
One of the causes of gadget addiction is the rapid advancement of technology. Moreover, gadgets contain various types of content, many of which are not beneficial. Parents also tend to use gadgets frequently, leading to a lack of control over their children’s screen time. As a result, many children become disobedient, lazy to study, reluctant to read, and less active because everything is accessible through gadgets.
The main issue arising from this is that children are becoming less inclined to touch and read books. According to UNESCO, Indonesia’s reading interest rate is only 0.001%. In reality, reading books provides numerous benefits. Children’s daily activities should also include reading. This issue must be a concern for all of us, and the government must not only address it but also find ways to increase Indonesia’s reading interest.
To prevent intellectual decline and imbalance in Indonesia’s human resources, this issue requires special attention from all sectors. Reading books not only improves literacy but also broadens knowledge and enhances understanding through new information.
The benefits of reading books: • Expanding knowledge and insight: Reading books provides access to various new pieces of information. • Maintaining brain health: Reading stimulates the brain, enhances critical thinking, and improves focus. • Reducing stress: Reading books can be an enjoyable and relaxing activity.
Therefore, to welcome and achieve the vision of Indonesia Emas 2045, the young generation of Indonesia must strive to become a golden generation, not a generation filled with anxiety.- Affiliation
- Mahasiswa/i Fakultas Psikologi UMBJM
- Age
- 16-21
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