Problematic smartphone use
TopicHeard in 1 episode across 1 show since Aug 2026
Problematic smartphone use is a psychological or behavioral dependence on cell phones, closely linked to other forms of digital media overuse such as social media or internet addiction. It is characterized by compulsive device usage that interferes with daily life, relationships, and mental well-being. Common associated phenomena include nomophobia, the fear of being without a mobile phone, and phubbing, the practice of ignoring others in favor of a phone.
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Phone overuse is partly a symptom of broader social isolation.
“the phones are kind of a symptom of a much larger problem within our society that we're quite sort of isolated.”
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