Researchers noted that this practically turned the smartphone into a regular “caller”, but at the same time, Internet access remained on other devices.
Earlier studies have shown that even the mere presence of smartphones near the table interferes with personal communication, as people are distracted by incoming messages. Many people lose concentration at work because of this. The constant online presence leads to increased anxiety, irritability and severe cognitive decline.
Half of the 467 test participants could not stand it and left the experiment before it began. That is, the blocking program was installed but not enabled. A quarter got off track, and only 119 people made it to the end, enduring 14 days without mobile internet.
After reviewing the reports of the 119 subjects, the scientists noted significant improvements. Participants in the experiment became happier and more satisfied with their lives; they began to feel calmer, as they did while taking antidepressants; their concentration improved as their brains began to work as if they were younger; and their sleep improved.
“Panic attacks, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, the day flies by in a second - these are all consequences of gadget addiction. After all, in fact, in the phone we have our whole life - information, where to eat, how to move around; work, contacts, bank cards. For many people, losing a phone is like losing orientation in life, it causes real panic,” said psychologist Guzel Marinina.
You can learn about the rules of digital hygiene in an article by KP.RU.
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