By Namita S Kalla | May 16, 2025
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Late-night scrolling delays sleep and the blue light interferes with melatonin production, making it harder to fall asleep
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Constant updates and notifications flood your brain with information, leaving you mentally exhausted and emotionally drained
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Social media often shows curated highlights, which can make you feel like you’re falling behind in life
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Exposure to news, arguments, and online drama increases stress levels and keeps your brain in fight-or-flight mode
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Frequent checking of your phone reduces attention span and makes it harder to stay focused on real-life tasks
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Long periods of scrolling cause neck strain, poor posture, and even headaches from eye and muscle tension
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Always being on your phone makes it hard to be fully present with people or enjoy simple moments
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Mindless scrolling eats into time that could be used for rest, hobbies, or tasks that truly matter
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Overexposure to constant content can dull emotional reactions, leaving you feeling detached or flat throughout the day
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What you see online, be it bad news or social pressure, can cause quick shifts in mood and motivation