Smartphone Addiction: 'Phantom Limb'

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'Can't stop': Researchers say problematic smartphone use like an addiction

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Researchers say problematic smartphone use like an addiction.

Problematic smartphone use hasn’t been officially classified as an addiction in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, the reference book used by mental health professionals around the world.

Some young adults are showing symptoms as they’ve never seen a world without phones or have spent most of their lives with devices.

Hagh said she’s keeping track of her phone habits, as she’s still on social media for her research. “It is very addicting. These platforms have been optimized to capture as much attention and arguably create an addiction. “It’s kind of like having to watch a train crash or a car crash,” she added. “You just can’t look away.” This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 8, 2025 . Fakiha Baig , The Canadian Press .

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