I'm in therapy for my 14-hour-a-day phone addiction and I'm determined to beat it
A personal trainer is undergoing therapy to address a severe smartphone addiction that sees him spending up to 14 hours a day on his device. The article explores the growing trend of digital dependency and the lack of official clinical recognition for phone addiction.
Why it matters
As digital consumption increases, the psychological impact of constant connectivity is becoming a significant public health concern.
Image source, BBC/Emma Lynch Image caption, Marios can spend 14 hours a day on his phone - he says it's like a drug in his pocket
The article presents a personal narrative and cites industry data without taking a political stance.
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