Some people seem downright addicted to their cell phones – and that can be a big problem.
Joel Edwards, executive director of Morningside Recovery, says for people with addiction issues, the smartphone is the tool that helps exacerbate that addiction or it’s a tool they use not to deal with that addiction. That phone is a perfect storm of sorts, fueling bad habits with the three As: accessibility, affordability and anonymity.
Addictive behavior with cell phones goes beyond substance abuse. It can lure users into the world of behavioral addictions such as gaming, gambling and pornography. Children and teens who may be dealing with depression or anxiety can become dependent on their cell phone as a way of coping, which can make the problem worse and interfere with their developing important social skills.
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