SMARTPHONE ADDICTION

SMARTPHONE ADDICTION Smartphone addiction,  also known as “nomophobia” (fear of being without a mobile phone), is often caused by an Internet overuse problem or Internet addiction disorder. Nonetheless, it’s rarely the phone or tablet itself that creates the compulsion, but rather the games, apps, and online worlds it connects us to. FACTORS THAT CAUSE SMARTPHONE ADDICTION SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCE This is where people try to look for agreement and validation from others. It is human nature that we are always seeking people’s agreement and validation. When you post or share something online, you want others to agree and like. This is why whenever you post a photo on our social media account, you will check it constantly to see if people react to your photo.  Every time you get a like on social media, you feel good. This results in increases in dopamine levels. Eventually, your brain will accept this act of constantly checking your phone and it becomes a habit. Imagine you are an ...