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health-and-wellness20 days ago

Embracing Digital Detoxes: Strategies and Benefits for a Screen-Free Life

Digital detoxes, which involve reducing or abstaining from digital device use, can improve mental health, reduce stress, and enhance attention, especially when practiced for at least one to two weeks. Partial detoxes, like limiting social media or daily phone use, are often more effective and sustainable than complete abstinence, and incorporating non-digital activities can further boost benefits. Small, manageable changes in digital habits are recommended over extreme measures for better long-term wellbeing.

technology1 year ago

US Teens' Online Habits: Constant Connectivity and TikTok's Dominance

A Pew Research Center survey of 1,391 U.S. teens aged 13 to 17 reveals that YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat are the most popular social media platforms, with many teens using them almost constantly. The study highlights demographic differences in platform usage, with girls more likely to use TikTok and Instagram, while boys favor YouTube. Black and Hispanic teens report higher usage of TikTok and Instagram compared to White teens. The survey also notes that nearly all teens have access to smartphones, and internet use is nearly universal, with almost half of teens online almost constantly.