From Digital Natives to Digital Captives Part Two: The Pursuit of Unplugging

NEW YORK - March 23, 2024 - PRLog -- Gen Z research and advisory firm dcdx has released a new research report, part two of the well-received "From Digital Natives to Digital Captives" report.

From Digital Natives to Digital Captives Part Two: The Pursuit of Unplugging  First, we saw how the internet changed Gen Z. Now, we see how Gen Z'ers can take back control.

We left off Digital Captives Pt. 1 by asking Gen Z "If you could change anything about social media, what would it be"? 47% of Gen Z responded that they wish that social media was easier to disconnect from.

The spaces originally designed to connect us, have now left us with an unmet desire to disconnect from them. In a world where screens dictate our every move, disconnecting is not just a luxury—it is a lifeline for Gen Z. It is a rebellion against the constant noise, a stand for mental health in the face of digital overload.

Organizations preach the gospel of disconnecting, urging Gen Z to "unplug," to reclaim their time from the clutches of their screens. Unplugging is not just a suggestion - it is a promise of regaining control over compulsive connectivity. It is portrayed as a simple act, requiring only self-control to achieve. And while this promise is well-intentioned, it requires further investigation into the possibilities of its fulfillment.

For Gen Z, disconnecting is not just about logging off; it is about examining whether the promise of regaining control is truly as simple as it sounds. It is about navigating a world where distractions are everywhere and finding moments of peace away from screens. Disconnecting is not just a promise; it is a challenge for a generation grappling with the effects of the digital age.

This report delves into the promise of disconnecting, scrutinizing the barriers Gen Z encounters in fulfilling it and reassessing the concept of unplugging altogether.

Ultimately, it challenges us not just to reconsider, but to find solutions to build a better relationship with technology and to shape the future we want to see.

For the full report, visit https://dcdx.co/digital-captives-part-two