The prevalence of social media addiction affects around 210 million people, leading to various negative outcomes such as mood swings and disrupted sleep. Experts recommend starting a digital detox by setting specific goals regarding phone usage to help manage screen time. It is also beneficial to identify particular apps causing issues. Simple strategies, such as logging out of social media accounts, can reduce temptation and promote healthier habits. Utilizing built-in phone features for limiting screen time can further support users in overcoming compulsive habits associated with digital consumption.
"A lot of apps are designed using what we know from psychology research to maximize our engagement and engage the systems in our brain that drive us to do things over and over again until they become habits," Vanderbilt Center for Addiction Research Director Erin Calipari told Yahoo News.
"Coming up with a specific goal as far as how you want to use your phone less is important," Kia-Rai Prewitt, Cleveland Clinic's director of outpatient psychology said.
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