News & Articles By Zoey Sky
05/10/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Here’s a pro tip for improving your digital well-being: Put down your phone
Smartphones are convenient, but they can also be addicting. If you look around in a restaurant, for example, you’ll probably see couples using their phones instead of talking to each other. What can you do to improve your well-being, especially if you’re one of the people who can’t tear their eyes away from their phone screen? […]
05/07/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Taking a gamble: Researchers have found a link between social media use and “impaired risky decision-making”
According to experts, drug addicts and pathological gamblers tend to have poor decision-making skills. But can the same be said for people who use Facebook excessively? Data from a study suggest that there is a link between social media use and impaired risky decision-making, a trait that is common among those with substance addiction. The study, which was […]
04/26/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Unliked and seenzoned: Negative experiences on social media linked to increased feelings of loneliness, reveals study
Social media was initially touted as a convenient way of getting in touch with family and friends, both old and new. However, a study suggests that social media use is associated with loneliness and increased risk of various health problems. The study, which was published in the American Journal of Health Promotion, was conducted by researchers […]
04/23/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Why do you even use Facebook? It’s a question that over 42 percent of Americans are now asking
If you’re a Facebook junkie, you may be constantly monitoring your feed the moment you wake up, during your commute, and even at school or work. However, a study suggests that a lot of Americans are doing just fine without Facebook. The study was conducted by experts from the Pew Research Center, a nonpartisan American fact tank in […]
03/13/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Spending too much time on social media can make you lonely and depressed
Some social media users meticulously curate every aspect of their life – from their picture-perfect breakfast to the coolest drinks at the hottest parties. But a recent study shows that spending too much time on social media can make some users feel lonely and depressed. The research, led by a team from the University of Pennsylvania, was […]
03/08/2019
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By Zoey Sky
GROSS: Smartphone screens are 300% dirtier than a toilet seat
Do you remember when you last cleaned your smartphone screen? According to a study in the U.K., over a third of users have never cleaned their phones, which means these devices are filthier than a toilet seat. The research was conducted by Insurance2go, a British travel insurance company. Aerobic bacteria, mold, and yeast on your smartphone The […]
01/17/2019
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By Zoey Sky
The way you use Facebook may give clues to your mental health, say researchers
Social media use is a divisive topic. Regular users say that websites like Facebook help them connect with family and friends, while health experts believe that social media may aggravate a person’s mental health. According to a study, your Facebook posts can also be used to diagnose your risk of developing depression and other mental […]
10/06/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Study suggests a direct link between screen time and ADHD in teens
Adding to the list of health concerns associated with excessive screen time, one study suggests that there could be a link between the length of time teenagers spend online and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The two-year study, which was published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), observed more than 2,500 high school students from […]
10/03/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Is social media addiction a new type of psychiatric condition?
When people say that they’re “addicted” to Facebook or social media, is it the same thing as being addicted to drugs or alcohol? According to estimates, the number of social media users around the world can skyrocket from almost a billion in 2010 to over three billion by 2021. Out of all the social networking sites (SNS), Facebook is […]
08/28/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Facebook admits its site can be bad for you – but says if you are suffering ill effects, you’re doing it wrong
Facebook can be bad for you, but only if you don’t know how to use the social media network properly. The social networking giant has replied to allegations from “scientific researchers and tech industry insiders” who claim that Facebook, along with its competitors, is changing how individuals “behave and express emotion.” Through a corporate blog […]
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