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From Australia to Europe, countries move to curb children's social media accessNations worldwide are enacting strict rules for social media access by children. Australia has banned platforms for those under 16. Britain...
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...
Are you affected? Millions could lose social media access under new rules this summerMillions of Americans could soon face social media bans. California is moving to prohibit children under 16 from using platforms like TikTo...
Greece to ban social media for under-15s from 2027, PM saysThe Greek prime minister said he had spoken with many parents who reported that their children do not sleep well, become anxious easily an...
Ahead of Greek social media ban, parents desperate to separate children from phonesAs Greece prepares to impose a ban on social media use for those under 15, the initiative aims to shield youth from potential addiction and...
Here’s how countries are cracking down on kids’ social media useAs concerns over online safety increase, governments around the world are tightening rules on children’s access to social media. In India, ...
Social media can be addictive even for adults, but there are ways to cut backSocial media use is a growing concern for many. Experts discuss the challenges of excessive scrolling and the impact on daily life. Compani...
Delhi NCR Korean love game death case: Neurologist gives symptoms and safety checklist for parents after 3 teenagers lose their lifeThe deaths of three minor sisters in Ghaziabad, allegedly linked to a Korean task-based online “love game” and severe mobile phone addictio...
The killer is lurking inside your child’s phoneDisclaimer: This article discusses suicide and mental health. Reader discretion is advised. If you or someone you know needs help, please r...
'Smartphones are the new cigarettes': How homework to family messages are making kids addicted and how to deal with itSmartphone addiction among children is a growing concern. Health experts are drawing parallels to cigarettes and alcohol. Excessive screen ...
Dia Mirza opens up about teenage stepdaughter's struggle with screen time, compares it to substance abuse: 'It's like a dopamine addiction'Dia Mirza recently opened up about her 16-year-old stepdaughter Samaira's screen addiction, revealing that she once spent eight hours a day...
Delhi teen undergoes surgery after PUBG addiction leads to spinal damageA teenager underwent critical surgery in Delhi due to a severe spinal deformity and partial paralysis caused by excessive PUBG gaming. Spen...
How 'doomscrolling' before bed is wrecking your health? New study confirms our fearsA new study from Norway reveals that using phones in bed, regardless of the activity, significantly increases the risk of insomnia. This sc...
Is your child addicted to reels? Here’s what doctors want you to know before it’s too lateA new report reveals a significant number of teenagers are becoming addicted to social media. This addiction is linked to a rise in mental ...
To curb internet addiction, China limits smartphone usage among children and teensChina is introducing new regulations to limit smartphone usage among its youth, due to growing concerns surrounding internet addiction and ...
Over-social media use? Try parental guidanceTypically, consumption of media converges on the latest available technology, be it the printed word or augmented reality. Every technologi...
Social media addiction is real! 40% Indian parents admit their tween kids addicted to smartphonesThe report is based on responses from over 65,000 parents from 287 districts.
US lawmakers introduce bipartisan bill to address social media addictionUnder the bill, the National Science Foundation and National Academy of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine would do a study into potential ...
Covid second wave has led to children falling prey to psychological issues, experts sayChildren who are neither young, nor in their teens are facing learning disabilities and other issues.
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.