What is it?
Mobile addiction refers to the compulsive and excessive use of smartphones for activities like social media, messaging, watching videos, or browsing, often at the expense of real-world functioning, focus, and emotional health. It is especially common in teens and young adults, but it can affect all age groups.
What causes it?
Mobile addiction usually stems from behavioural reinforcement and emotional dependence. Contributing factors include:
- Habitual checking due to notifications, boredom, or anxiety
- Social validation through likes, replies, and messages
- Lack of boundaries around screen use, especially during downtime
- Underlying stress, loneliness, or low self-worth
- Sleep disturbances or irregular daily routines
What are the possible symptoms?
Common signs that mobile use is becoming problematic include:
- Feeling anxious or irritable when away from the phone
- Reaching for the phone first thing in the morning or during social situations
- Losing track of time while scrolling or browsing
- Neglect of responsibilities, sleep, or relationships
- Physical symptoms like eyestrain, neck pain, or disrupted concentration
What do we do?
Mobile addiction is managed by Dr. Prabhojit through mindful, personalised care that focuses on behavioural change and emotional well-being.
Treatment includes:
Assessment
of mobile usage patterns, triggers, and lifestyle impact
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Behavioural Interventions
to reduce screen time and increase offline activities
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Therapy
to explore emotional dependence on devices and improve self-regulation
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Guidance
in setting structured digital boundaries and device-free zones
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Support
for sleep hygiene, time management, and real-world engagement
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