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PHONE ADDICTION PSYCHOLOGY
People in their 40s suddenly realise their closest friends are no longer the same. Studies say the silent friendship breakup happens after adults lose this childhood habit- People who are obsessed with charging phones to 100% aren't doing it due to any phone addiction; studies say they are not addicted to their phones, they fear losing connection
- Psychology says people who keep opening and closing their phones waiting for a message, are not obsessed: Why the brain gets hooked on the possibility of one special person
- Psychology says taking your phone to the bathroom may reveal more than boredom: The hidden link between stress, dopamine, and why your brain avoids silencePsychology does not suggest that everyone who brings a phone into the bathroom has an unhealthy habit or underlying issue. Human behavior i...13 Jun, 2026, 08.06 PM IST
- Psychology says mixed signals feel addictive, here’s why one day of love and the next day of distance can make you chase someone even harderPopular culture often presents emotional unpredictability as thrilling, mysterious or even romantic. Psychological research, however, point...12 Jun, 2026, 04.38 PM IST
- Psychology says people who are in multiple situationships but no meaningful relationship may be chasing something deeper than romanceResearch consistently indicates that strong, lasting relationships are built on vulnerability, trust, reliability and emotional openness. T...11 Jun, 2026, 05.32 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Alan Watts: 'A person who thinks all the time has nothing to think about except thoughts. So, he loses touch with reality...' - How constant overthinking can quietly disconnect people from real life explained by the British-American writerModern life keeps people constantly occupied with thoughts, worries, notifications, and endless mental noise, which is why Alan Watts’s quo...05 Jun, 2026, 01.14 PM IST
- Why Spotify replaced its iconic green logo with a disco ball — and what the viral Spotify 20 symbol really meansSpotify users across the world suddenly noticed something unusual this week. The familiar green Spotify logo looked different. A shiny disc...15 May, 2026, 07.32 PM IST
- Increased screen time among children leading to reduced attention spans, disturbed sleep: StudyA study at Sawai Man Singh Hospital reveals children's excessive mobile use leads to concentration issues, loneliness, and sleep problems. ...19 Apr, 2026, 05.41 PM IST
- Addicted to likes? This one phone habit could reveal you are dealing with a narcissist, experts sayPsychologists reveal a startling connection between excessive phone use and narcissistic personality traits. A study in the Journal of Rese...24 May, 2025, 05.05 PM IST
- Reducing phone use to essential tasks for three days can boost brain power: StudyA study by German scientists revealed that limiting smartphone use for 72 hours can significantly change brain activity related to addictio...06 Mar, 2025, 04.25 PM IST
- Team of experts found ways to help young people addicted to social media to cut the cravingResearch shows that social media has both positive and negative impacts on mental health. By setting goals and reflecting on media consumpt...18 Feb, 2024, 09.52 AM IST
- Are you addicted to your phone? Here is how to cut backYou can follow these export advice to treat screen addiction.16 Feb, 2022, 10.19 AM IST
- Techies take ‘fast’ lane on net highwayTech workers finding ways to wean themselves off the internet, with a deliberate and phased fasting.30 Nov, 2019, 09.01 AM IST
- Excessive tech use can cause physical ailments; experts recommend five-min breaks every half an hourStrained eyes, text neck syndrome, carpal tunnel syndrome and tennis elbow can occur due to excessive usage of laptops and phones.12 Mar, 2019, 02.24 PM IST
- Why digital devices are dopeIn a recent survey conducted by the TOI, it was found that about 45 percent of respondents spent more than four hours a day on their phones.27 May, 2018, 06.52 PM IST
- Technology addiction: Check out the perpetual influx of new technologies in our livesThe constant stimulation from electronics makes our brain accustom to "popping", fast-paced stream of information that we find on the inter...14 Jan, 2018, 11.05 AM IST
- Your daily habits reveal a lot about your motivationSlow eaters like to be in control & know how to appreciate life. Fast eaters tend to be ambitious, goal-oriented, open to new experiences.12 Jul, 2016, 03.22 PM IST
- Selfies: Promoting narcissism since 2002Selfitis is not a recorded medical condition yet, but just plain old narcissism manifesting the social media way.10 Apr, 2014, 12.21 PM IST
- High internet penetration leading to addiction in GurgaonRecent research shows that one can even experience a high, from excessive use of the internet.29 May, 2012, 01.24 PM IST
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