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The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos

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The Impact of Phone Use on Presence and Connection

Phone use in social settings can lead to feeling more distracted and less focused on the present, detracting from enjoyment. Research shows that phones can affect connections with children as well. A study conducted at a science museum revealed that parents who used their phones a lot felt substantially more distracted and had a lower sense of social connection, compared to those who minimized phone use.

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