{"id":108837,"date":"2024-08-03T16:58:53","date_gmt":"2024-08-03T13:58:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shiawaves.com\/english\/?p=108837"},"modified":"2024-08-03T16:58:57","modified_gmt":"2024-08-03T13:58:57","slug":"new-study-links-excessive-smartphone-use-to-mental-health-issues-in-teens","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shiawaves.com\/english\/news\/medical-news\/108837-new-study-links-excessive-smartphone-use-to-mental-health-issues-in-teens\/","title":{"rendered":"New Study Links Excessive Smartphone Use to Mental Health Issues in Teens"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A recent study from King\u2019s College London reveals that problematic smartphone use (PSU) among teenagers is significantly associated with increased rates of anxiety, depression, and insomnia, earth.com reported in an article yesterday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Surveying 657 teens aged 16 to 18 across five UK schools, researchers found that 19% exhibited signs of PSU, characterized by a loss of control over their smartphone use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Among those with PSU, 43% reported anxiety symptoms, while 56% experienced depression, compared to 25% and 29% of their peers, respectively. Additionally, 64% of teens with PSU reported insomnia, indicating disrupted sleep patterns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The study highlights that many teens recognize their smartphone usage as problematic, with 31% expressing a desire for help in reducing their screen time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Researchers recommend strategies such as turning off notifications and using \u201cdo not disturb\u201d modes to mitigate smartphone distractions. Parents are encouraged to discuss smartphone limits with their children to prevent the development of PSU and its associated mental health issues.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A recent study from King\u2019s College London reveals that problematic smartphone use (PSU) among teenagers is significantly associated with increased rates of anxiety, depression, and insomnia, earth.com reported in an article yesterday. 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