While prolonged use of smartphones is considered a problem, it is more important to gauge activity patterns than the number of hours spent on them. Usage is a more precise indicator to judge how your ...

Smartphone use now exceeds three hours a day on average, while total daily screen time for many adults crosses six hours.

India is witnessing a surge in behavioural‑health risks linked to excessive screen time, social‑media overuse and ...

Social media, video game, and smartphone use in kids and teens has risen, and there’s a growing chorus of concerns about screen time’s link to mental health concerns. It's prompted legislation ...

In light of Ghaziabad's horrific tragedy, psychologist Richa Agarwal shares how parents can regulate screen time and online ...

Overcoming screen addiction isn’t just about cutting back on screen time — it’s about improving overall quality of life and ...

Digital addiction affects 25-30% of teenagers who exhibit problematic smartphone or internet use. There are mild, moderate, ...

"It's an important study and raising awareness about screen addiction," says Dr. Jason Nagata, a pediatrician specializing in adolescent screen use at the University of California, San Francisco. "It ...

If you or someone you know is in crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline via call, text or chat. A new study finds that addiction to social media, mobile phones and video games is linked to ...

Economic Survey 2026 warns digital and social media addiction is harming academic and workplace productivity in India, urging ...

A new study finds that addiction to social media, mobile phones and video games is linked to a higher risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors. The study, published in JAMA on Wednesday, looked at data ...

Screens and tablets in particular unlock new worlds for your children to explore and immerse themselves in however it’s often ...