Using smartphones for extended periods could negatively impact mental well-being and social connectedness, according to a recent study from researchers at the University of British Columbia and a media lab in Germany. Unlike earlier research that relied on self-reported data, this study from the Journal of Social and Personal Relationships employed direct tracking of screen time, revealing a "vicious cycle" in which feeling less socially connected leads to increased smartphone use. ...

New study uncovers a “vicious cycle” between feeling less socially connected and increased smartphone use::Using smartphones for extended periods could negatively impact mental well-being and social connectedness, according to a recent study from researchers at the University of British Columbia and a media lab in Germany. Unlike earlier research that relied on self-reported data, this study from the Journal of Social and Personal Relationships employed direct tracking of screen time, revealing a “vicious cycle” in which feeling less socially connected leads to increased smartphone use. …

  • Carlos SolísEnglish
    14•1 year ago

    Story of my life. I’m currently on the stage where I will mindlessly post a hot take that I think everyone will agree to, get downvoted to oblivion, and feel even more alone

    • @[email protected]English
      3•1 year ago

      Well maybe if you posted more hot takes about beef stroganoff or beans, you’d get a better response. /s