A wireless telephone using a system of low-powered radio transmitters

81% of Americans now use smartphones and theres little doubt that excessive cell phone use is an issue for lots of people in society

Social interaction stimulates the release of dopamine and being able to look at social media or send text messages helps people

Apps withhold social reinforcements such as likes and comments so we receive notifications in an unpredictable way

People often experience anxiety and depression when they aren't on their phones constantly

People need to use their phones often to feel the enjoyment and entertainment that cell phones give

adolescents are more likely to show addiction because it is normal in society to get a phone at a young age

teenagers tend to use their phone a lot more and they never turn it off no matter what time of day it is

The younger a teen is given a phone, the more likely they are made to develop addiction

Some people that show specific personality traits are also at risk which include low self esteem, low impulse control, anxiety, depression

You reach for your phone the moment you’re alone or bored: Our phones provide us with lots of entertainment so the second we get a chance of freetime, we reach for it.

You feel anxious, upset, or short-tempered when you can’t get to your phone: most people develop a short temper when they are asked to stay away from their phones and social media for long periods of time. The constant need to be on your phone results in these overlying emotions when it isn’t accessible.

Phone use interferes with your job performance, schoolwork, or relationships: People are often distracted at work by their phones and when they receive a notification, they want to answer very quickly. Students are often distracted in school by their phones and so it results in them not receiving a great education.

People in your life ae concerned about your phone use patterns: Many parents and family members ask their kids to stop using their phones and teachers have to ask students various times to stop using their phones and pay attention in class

Other consequences include depression, sleep deficits, your mind off driving, and concentration issues

You should first find out if there are other underlying issues such as issues in life that are too complicated to resolve so the solution is using a cellphone 

Removing time consuming apps from your phone to eliminate you wanting to go on them as much

Place some barriers around your phone use and keep yourself busy so you don’t feel the need to grab it every second

Develop hobbies so you can replace the technology time with real world interactive activities that will help your mind and body

Adopt a growth mindset and learn from experience. An addiction can’t be fixed overnight and it takes time but will result in better habits as a human

You should seek help when you start noticing symptoms of dependence or withdrawal from using your phone

If the people in your life are talking to you about it, it might be a good idea to reach out for help 

Reaching out to a doctor or a therapist will be beneficial in breaking addiction and finding better ways to pass time

cell phone users often receive dopamine when they are constantly on that device

Phone addiction often leads to a dire need of wanting to have your phone in your hands at all time

A syndrome that addictive users experience when they think their phone is vibrating or ringing when it actually isn't

a syndrome experienced by addicted cell phone users when they think their phone is ringing or vibrating when it isn't

Cellphones offer easily accessible information, making it possible to learn new skills and information without having to learn it in a traditional classroom

We can contact friends and family members at any time by social media or text messages/calls