Tired of doom-scrolling? From "phone-foyers" to "digital sunsets," here are a few tips from experts to reclaim your time from ...
If checking your phone happens before you’re fully conscious, it’s no longer a conscious choice. Many people open apps, scan ...
The concept of smartphone addiction is probably nothing new to you. Search "smartphone addiction" and you'll pull up studies from universities, government reports, and articles from rehab and ...
Social media can take effect on a lot of things, such as a student’s sleep patterns or their self-esteem. This is alongside ...
Across the country, schools are taking a bold step: banning phones during the school day. While many educators welcome this shift, its ripple effects could extend far beyond the classroom — into our ...
SHE DID A GREAT JOB RAISING HER SON. WELL, AT 645 THERE’S A CLEAR CONNECTION BETWEEN ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION AND SOMEONE’S DEPENDANCE TO THEIR PHONE. LOCAL DOCTORS SAY THEY’RE TREATING MORE YOUNG ...
When Orrin Onken retired in 2020, he thought his golden years would look quiet and relaxing. Instead, he realized his phone addiction was recreating the stress he experienced at work. Onken, a former ...
Do you think you’re addicted to your smartphone? Most of us probably wouldn’t care to admit that. We probably think that we can easily put our phones down anytime we want. But according to a survey ...
With New Jersey's digital addiction on the rise, community programs are stepping in to help residents reclaim their time from ...
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It’s a tech “downgrade” that has improved my work, memory, and focus. You should give it a shot.
Experts warn that social media's addictive design contributes to this digital dependency, impacting mental health and academic performance. Despite increased awareness, access to behavioral health ...