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The Common Addiction That Pretty Much Everybody Has
The overuse of phones is a common addiction that almost everyone has, setting the tone for later life based on actions taken earlier. The implications of constant reliance on phones are grave, leading to the importance of picking up behaviors with caution. Advocating for children not having their own devices until they are older is essential as early life learning impacts coping strategies for a lifetime. Introducing healthy coping mechanisms, fostering real-life social networks, and teaching well-being practices is crucial during formative years. Monitoring teenagers' device use and being aware of their online activities by parents can prevent serious addictions. However, recovery from severe addictions in mid to late life is possible with access to resources and a decision to change behaviors.