Smartphone Dependency: A Modern Dilemma

This chapter examines the role of smartphones in daily life, particularly focusing on their impact on sleep and internet addiction among various demographics, including youth and older adults. It discusses the psychological motivations behind excessive internet use, the effects on mental health, and the importance of parental supervision and policy regulation. Additionally, it explores the transformative relationship older generations have formed with technology, emphasizing the need to differentiate between habitual usage and clinical addiction.