While prolonged use of smartphones is considered a problem, it is more important to gauge activity patterns than the number of hours spent on them. Usage is a more precise indicator to judge how your ...

Addictive cell phone use in children under 15 increases the risk of depression and suicide more than screen time.

"I know what addiction looks like from the inside. I know how it convinces you that you're in control when you're not." ...

With billions of active users across TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and other social media platforms, cutting down on screen time is a common goal for many people.

Users can place their phone on different modes, including ‘Sleep’, “Do Not Disturb’ and “Personal’ which can stop notifications from going off while you are working, so you are not tempted to check in ...

Economic Survey 2026 warns digital and social media addiction is harming academic and workplace productivity in India, urging ...

Did you know that the typical child spends a massive portion of their day, over 7 hours, busy with activities that include a screen? For young, developing minds, this can have a profound impact. While ...

Screens and tablets in particular unlock new worlds for your children to explore and immerse themselves in however it’s often difficult to pull them away from the device.

If you or someone you know is in crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline via call, text or chat. A new study finds that addiction to social media, mobile phones and video games is linked to ...