Which Came First — Loneliness or Smartphone Addiction?
A look at three studies from across the world that show a strong positive correlation between loneliness and excessive smartphone use.
Zuckerberg Wants Out of Lawsuit Over Addictive Algorithms
Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg is asking a court in California to take him off a lawsuit accusing the company of intentionally-harmful practices.
Does the Fear of Missing Out (FoMO) Lead to Internet and Smartphone Addiction?
The Fear of Missing Out (FoMO) can lead to excessive use of social media, smartphones and the internet, with negative health consequences.
Are Smartphones Programming Our Brains for Anxiety and Addiction?
Research from Italy shows a troubling correlation between the age adolescents become addicted to their phones and serious mental health problems.
Pregnancy and Smartphone Addiction
Recent studies look at the relationship between smartphone addiction and preterm birth, birth weight, and infant health.
Should Social Media Companies Be Held Liable for Addictive Algorithms?
Should social media companies be held liable for mental health problems caused by addictive algorithms?