Psychological Effects of Smartphone Addiction
SMARTPHONE ADDICTION – Here are some of the negative and psychological effects of smartphone addiction that you need to know.
Nowadays, the smartphone is one of the most popular mobile gadgets not only in the Philippines but also in different countries all around the world. Most people are owning a smartphone, which is used for different purposes.
Technology fans usually use a smartphone in different purposes like communication, gaming, surfing, work, and entertainment purposes.
However, we should use a mobile phone with moderation because the excessive use of smartphone has negative effects on the body’s health and also on our behavior and emotion.
Here are some important things we need to know about smartphone addiction:
Signs & Symptoms
- Urge To Use Cellphone More
- Preoccupation with Smartphone Use
- Anger, Irritability & Depression When Network is Unreachable
- Putting Relationship or Job at Risk Due To Excessive Use of Mobile Phone
Psychological Effects
- Depression
- Loneliness
- Stress
- Insomnia
- Diminished Concentration
- Relationship Problems
- Anxiety
- Sleep Disturbances
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Physical Effects
- Eye Problems
- Blurred Vision
- Eye Fatigue
- Neck Problems
- Increased Illnesses
- Vehicular Accidents
- Male Infertility
- Back Pain
- Nerve Damage
- Hearing Problems
What can you say about cellphone addiction? Just feel free to leave your comments and reactions to this article.