The Role of Technology in Modern day Abuse by Iyanuoluwa Adekala
Technology is rapidly evolving, impacting every aspect of our lives across all age groups, from the widespread use of gadgets to the integration of artificial intelligence and various applications. While these advancements bring numerous benefits, they also have a darker side. In the context of abuse, technology has increasingly been misused, playing a significant negative role in enabling and perpetuating various forms of abuse. Below are roles of technology in modern day abuse: Cyber stalking and harassment: Abusers make use of technology to monitor victims online presence and activities on victims social media accounts, abusers also stalk victim using GPS to track their location and makes it difficult for them to live a comfortable life. Victims of cyber stalking and harassment often live in fear because they have this consciousness that they are being watched by God knows who. Abusers also harass their victims by bombarding them with calls and messages often anonymously. Cyber bull...