Nandani Sarin
Phone addiction can be a serious issue, and there are numerous factors contributing to it
Here are some indicators that may suggest you are addicted to your phone
Dopamine hits
Social media, games, and other apps give you repeated “dopamine hits,” which keep you coming back for more
Endless scrolling
Apps and websites are designed in such a way that you can scroll endlessly, making it hard to keep track of time
Notifications
Texts, calls, and social media notifications constantly distract you and force you to check your phone
Social anxiety
When feeling uncomfortable in social situations, people use their phones as a “safety net,” thereby reducing actual social interaction
Sleep problems
Using the phone at night can disrupt sleep, which may lead to the need to use the phone more during the day