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  2. Problematic smartphone use - Wikipedia

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    Commonly known as "smartphone addiction", the term "problematic smartphone use" was proposed by researchers to describe similar behaviors presenting without evidence of addiction. [ 1 ] Problematic use can include preoccupation with mobile communication, excessive money or time spent on mobile phones, and use of mobile phones in socially or ...

  3. Nomophobia - Wikipedia

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    Nomophobia [1] (short for "no mobile phobia") is a word for the fear of, or anxiety caused by, not having a working mobile phone. [2] [3] It has been considered a symptom or syndrome of problematic digital media use in mental health, the definitions of which are not standardized for technical and genetical reasons.

  4. Internet addiction disorder - Wikipedia

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    2.1% [72] An estimate based on Korean population aged 6–19 years 2006 Japan 2.0% [129] 853 adolescents aged 12–15 years 2014 IAT Europe: Europe 4.4% [130] 11,956 adolescents in 11 European countries 2009–2010 YDQ Germany 1.5 million [131] An estimate based on German population n.a. Spain 16.3% [132] 40,955 school adolescents aged 12–17 ...

  5. Computer addiction - Wikipedia

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    Computer addiction is a form of behavioral addiction [1] that can be described as the excessive or compulsive use of the computer, which persists despite serious negative consequences for personal, social, or occupational function. [2]

  6. Addictive personality - Wikipedia

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    Addiction is a fairly broad term; it is most often associated with substance use disorders, but it can also be extended to cover a number of other compulsive behaviors, including sex, internet, television, gambling, food, and shopping. Within these categories of addiction a common diagnostic scale involves tolerance, withdrawal, and cravings. [1]

  7. Digital media use and mental health - Wikipedia

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    [2] [3] [4] Benefits of digital media use in childhood and adolescent development have been found. [5] [6] Concerns have been expressed by researchers, clinicians and the public in regard to apparent compulsive behaviors of digital media users, as correlations between technology overuse and mental health problems become apparent. [2] [6] [7] [8]

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  9. Digital detox - Wikipedia

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    A digital detox is a period of time when a person voluntarily refrains from using digital devices such as smartphones, computers, and social media platforms. [1] [2] It encourages awareness of technology use and is aimed at mitigating digital dependency and promoting offline engagement.