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Corruption

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Corruption is a complex and multifaceted phenomenon that can manifest in various forms and contexts. Some subtopics related to corruption include: Political corruption: This refers to corruption within political institutions and involves the abuse of power by public officials for personal gain or to maintain political power. Corporate corruption: This refers to corruption in the business world and includes practices such as bribery, fraud, and embezzlement. Police corruption: This refers to the abuse of power by police officers for personal gain or to benefit their colleagues, such as accepting bribes or engaging in illegal activities. Judicial corruption: This refers to corruption in the judicial system and includes practices such as bribing judges or lawyers to influence the outcome of a trial. Institutional corruption: This refers to corruption within institutions such as hospitals, schools, and religious organizations, and can include practices such as nepotism, favoritism, and abu...

Screen and technology addiction

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 Just like tobacco and alcohol use, screen time can become an addiction that can damage your health and relationships if it’s not kept it check. “Screen addiction is a group of behaviors that are negative, some negative outcomes, that can happen when we use too much technology during our day,” says Kathryn Lorenz, MD. “Prolonged use of watching TV, video games, scrolling through social media – all of that use acts like a digital drug for our brain.” Screen use releases dopamine in the brain, which can negatively affect impulse control. Dr. Lorenz says studies have shown screen time affects the frontal cortex of the brain, similar to the effect of cocaine. Similar to drugs, screen time sets off a pleasure/reward cycle that can have a negative impact of your life. Set a Good Example Part of limiting kids’ screen time is setting a good example as a parent. Dr. Lorenz recommends monitoring and limiting your own screen usage. She adds, “Don't have TV on in the background, behind all of ...