“Nomophobia”- the fear of being without your mobile device is now recognized as a serious issue. There are several health problems associated with Nomphobia
1. Problems with wrist and fingers • Cramped fingers • Carpal tunnel syndrome • Wrist pain • Muscle pain • Shoulder and arm pain
2. Eyesight problems • Damage to retina • Macular degeneration • Loss of central vision • Floaters • Dry eyes
3. Back problems • Hunching over the phone causes back pain • 45% of young people (16 to 24) suffer from back pain due to phones • Studies show that texting can add 50 pounds of pressure on spine
4. Nerve Damage • Can cause occipital neuralgia • Nerves that run from the top of the spinal cord up through the scalp become compressed or inflamed • Causes symptoms similar to a severe headache or migraine
5. Anxiety & Depression • Due to anticipation of notifications or the lack thereof • No physical human interaction • Stress from online games • Being on call 24/7
6. Loss of social skills • Studies show that addicted users find it difficult to interact socially • They are withdrawn and uncommunicative • Social settings make them uncomfortable • In extreme cases, stepping out of the house becomes impossible
7. Obesity • Constant phone usage limits time for other activities • There is no physical activity • Studies show that addicts tend to eat more • Increases lethargy and productivity
8. Other problems • Noise induced hearing loss • Radiation • Burns due to overheated batteries • Motor accidents due to using phones when driving • Work accidents
A device we think is so useful can lead to such big issues! Good info!
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