Is Gen Alpha More Vulnerable to Mood Swings from Tech-Driven Dopamine Cycles?

[Shree]

Switching between high-stimulation games and everyday life seems to trigger abrupt mood shifts in some kids. They may get restless, bored or tearful without screens. Could this be affecting emotional development? What habits help balance dopamine highs with real-world stability?

 

[Hazel]

Gen Alpha may be more sensitive to mood swings linked to tech-driven dopamine cycles. Constant notifications, instant feedback, and endless scrolling can overstimulate reward pathways, making emotions more volatile and attention spans shorter. I believe balancing screen time and encouraging offline activities can help mitigate these effects.