Exploring the roots of phone dependency

Nandani Sarin

Phone addiction can be a serious issue, and there are numerous factors contributing to it

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Here are some indicators that may suggest you are addicted to your phone

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Dopamine hits

Social media, games, and other apps give you repeated “dopamine hits,” which keep you coming back for more

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Endless scrolling

Apps and websites are designed in such a way that you can scroll endlessly, making it hard to keep track of time

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Notifications

Texts, calls, and social media notifications constantly distract you and force you to check your phone

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Social anxiety

When feeling uncomfortable in social situations, people use their phones as a “safety net,” thereby reducing actual social interaction

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Sleep problems

Using the phone at night can disrupt sleep, which may lead to the need to use the phone more during the day

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