Unveiling The Hidden Grip: How Smartphones Captivate Our Minds
Smartphones employ psychological techniques to capture our attention and create addictive behaviors. They manipulate attention through variable rewards, evoking a sense of urgency and exploiting FOMO (Fear of Missing Out). Dopamine hits from unpredictable rewards create an addictive cycle, leading to withdrawal symptoms. Social comparison fuels self-doubt and anxiety. Infinite scroll, notifications, and personalization reinforce…