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IELTS Essay: Many people think modern communication technology is having some negative eff...

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Many people think modern communication technology is having some negative effects on social relationships.Do you agree or disagree.

#communication technology#social relationships#mental health#digital interaction#face-to-face contact

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Band 7 → 9 — Band 7 separates positive and negative effects clearly; Band 9 explains mechanisms (e.g., surface-level chats vs. absence of in-person intimacy) and explores moderating factors.

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Key concepts in this essay

types of relationships affected differently
quality of interaction vs. quantity of contact
technology as tool, not determinant of relationship quality

Pitfalls the model essay avoids

Claiming blanket negative or positive effects without measuring impact (weak vs. strong relationships both use technology)
Confusing correlation with causation; e.g., loneliness rose during smartphone era but multiple causes exist
Ignoring how technology enables long-distance relationships that wouldn't exist otherwise

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