One Tech Tip: Wasting too much time on social media apps? Tips and tricks to curb smartphone use

It can be hard to curb excessive use of smartphones and social media, which are addictive by design. Reducing your screen time ... app, or how long you've used it. The obvious way to defeat these ... Read More

Could this app help cure phone addiction?

An entrepreneur who used to miss plans with friends because he was too busy doomscrolling has made a new app to help tackle phone addiction ... and hours on social media apps like Instagram. Read More

How to stop the mindless scrolling

A simple trick can cure your addiction to social media My phone ... than a replacement. The app uses a simple trick: It asks me to breathe before opening certain apps. By forcing me to be more ... Read More

How to break social media addiction, or spend less time online

Our stories are reviewed by medical professionals to ensure you get the most accurate and useful information about your ... from social media for a certain period of time — can be effective ... Read More