"Unveiling the Neurological Impact of Excessive Smartphone Use"

Excessive smartphone use is linked to weakened brain networks responsible for cognitive control and executive function, according to a study published in Psychiatry Research: Neuroimaging. The research found that individuals who excessively use smartphones showed lower strength in the frontoparietal network, which affects attention and impulse control. These neural patterns were similar to those observed in other forms of addiction, suggesting a common neural basis. However, the study's small sample size and limited demographic raise concerns about generalizability, and further research is needed to determine causality and the permanence of these neural changes.