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.
Has the Case for Pornography Addiction Been Blown Out of Proportion?
Studies show people think they’re addicted to pornography more often than they actually are.
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?
Almost Half of U.S. Teens Say They’re Addicted to Their Phones
New studies show a quarter of smartphone users – and nearly half of American teens – are addicted to their phones.
European Union Considers Regulating “Addictive Design” of Online Services
The European Parliament has voted to adopt a report on the “addictive design of online services” and to draft legislation to regulate addictive design.