The Roots app helps users be more mindful of scrolling. To unlock social media apps, Roots prompts people to do things such as read or pet their dog. After graduating from Auburn University’s ...

Other studies have found that using smartphones and social media at certain ages can lead to lower life satisfaction later on. Puberty is a delicate time for a teenager, and social media can be ...

Washington Post reporters analyzed data from over 800 TikTok users to learn how the app turns people into power users, some ...

LifeStance Health reports 76% of Americans, especially Gen Z and millennials, consider a digital detox to combat mental ...

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A mum says she beat her phone addiction by replacing her iPhone with a basic Nokia 3310. Janine Kay, 55, from Timperley, Cheshire, UK used to spend hours scrolling on apps before deciding the phone ...

In an age where being ‘always online’ is seen as a virtue, taking time to unplug is not only refreshing but necessary. Think of a digital detox as emotional and mental first aid. It can help you reset ...

A new study by investigators from Mass General Brigham shows that a non-drug, wearable device can help people with substance use disorders (SUD) manage stress, reduce cravings, and lower their risk of ...

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As screen time surges worldwide, doctors warn of “tech neck”, a posture-related spine disorder caused by excessive phone and ...

In the 31 years that she has been an English teacher at Pleasant Valley High School, Jenni Levora has seen rapid changes in technology. From early Nokias to modern iPhones, advancements in technology ...

How to: Go to Settings > Display on your Android phone. There, you'll find the option to switch between a light and dark theme and to have dark mode turn on automatically at a certain time of day. I ...