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health19 days ago•17 min saved

New data links early smartphone ownership to higher eating disorder risk in preteens

A new study published in JAMA Network Open finds that 12-year-olds with smartphones are significantly more likely to develop eating disorder symptoms by age 14. The research, led by Dr. Jason Nagata of the University of California, San Francisco, analyzed data from nearly 9,000 U.S. adolescents. Experts advise parents to delay smartphone introduction and implement strict usage guardrails to protect children's mental health during puberty.

via The Washington Post|

#adolescent-health #eating-disorders #health

health2 months ago•3 min saved

Study Links Major Album Releases to 15% Spike in US Traffic Fatalities

A Harvard-led study published in JAMA Network Open found that traffic fatalities in the US rise by approximately 15% on days when major albums are released. The research, covering 2017–2022, linked this increase to a surge in smartphone usage as drivers attempt to stream new music. While the exact mechanism remains unproven, the data suggests that the distraction of interacting with phones or car infotainment systems during high-profile releases contributes to deadly crashes, particularly among younger and solo drivers.

via New York Post|

#distracted-driving #health #music-streaming

health2 months ago•162 min saved

Study Links Major Album Releases to 15% Spike in US Traffic Fatalities

A new study published in JAMA Network Open finds that traffic fatalities in the US rise by 15% on days when major albums are released. Researchers at Harvard Medical School analyzed data from 2017 to 2022, linking the surge in deaths to increased smartphone usage for streaming music. The study suggests that the act of searching for and selecting new music distracts drivers, leading to approximately 182 additional deaths across ten major release days.

via CNN|

#distracted-driving #health #music-streaming

neuroscience6 months ago•29 min saved

Smartphone Overuse Linked to Gray-Matter Reduction and Brain Connectivity Shifts

A comprehensive neuroimaging review finds problematic smartphone use is associated with structural and functional brain alterations in reward processing, executive control, and social cognition networks. Reduced gray matter in insular, anterior cingulate, and orbitofrontal regions, plus altered frontostriatal and frontolimbic connectivity, accompany heightened brain responses to phone cues in reward circuits. Social factors like fear of missing out modulate neural responses, suggesting smartphones reinforce habits via social feedback. The authors frame findings within the I-PACE model and stress the need for longitudinal studies, while cautioning that normal smartphone use should not be pathologized.

via PsyPost|

#cue-reactivity #neuroimaging #neuroscience

mental-health7 months ago•26 min saved

Smartphones and disengagement form a self-reinforcing cycle among freshmen, study shows

A 30‑day daily diary study of 104 first‑year Chinese college students finds that more smartphone use on one day predicts higher disengagement the next day, and greater disengagement predicts more phone use the following day, creating a bidirectional snowball that can erode focus. The authors suggest replacing scrolling with meaningful offline activities to break the cycle, though the study relies on self‑reported data and is limited to Chinese freshmen.

via PsyPost|

#college-students #daily-diary-study #disengagement

health11 months ago•2 min saved

Experts Warn: Using Phones on Toilet Increases Hemorrhoid Risk

Using smartphones in the bathroom increases the risk of hemorrhoids by 46%, prolongs sitting time, and can harm gut and pelvic health. Experts recommend limiting bathroom breaks to under 5 minutes and avoiding phone use to protect your health.

via Hindustan Times|

#gut-health #health #hemorrhoids

health1 year ago•1 min saved

Smartphone Use and Its Link to Hemorrhoid Risk

A recent study suggests that using smartphones on the toilet may increase the risk of hemorrhoids, with two-thirds of surveyed patients reporting such habits and a 46% higher risk observed among smartphone users. Doctors warn that this common behavior could have health implications.

via The New York Times|

#colonoscopies #digital-health #health

health1 year ago•4 min saved

Bathroom Phone Use and Poor Toilet Habits Significantly Increase Hemorrhoid Risk

A study reveals that using smartphones in the bathroom increases hemorrhoid risk by 46%, with prolonged sitting and extended phone use being key factors. Experts recommend limiting bathroom phone time to under five minutes and adopting better sitting postures to reduce health risks.

via Rude Baguette|

#bathroom-habits #digital-age #health

health1 year ago•3 min saved

Scrolling on the Toilet Increases Hemorrhoid Risk, Study Finds

Using smartphones on the toilet can increase the risk of hemorrhoids by prolonging sitting time, which puts pressure on rectal veins. The study suggests limiting toilet time and avoiding phone use during bathroom breaks to reduce this risk.

via Gizmodo|

#health #health-risks #hemorrhoids

health1 year ago•2 min saved

Using your phone on the toilet may increase hemorrhoid risk, study warns

A study suggests that using smartphones on the toilet increases the risk of hemorrhoids due to prolonged sitting and pressure, with smartphone users spending more time on the toilet and reporting less exercise, though more research is needed to confirm causation.

via ABC News|

#health #hemorrhoids #lifestyle

health1 year ago•3 min saved

Using your phone on the toilet increases hemorrhoid risk, study finds

A study published in PLOS One found that using a smartphone on the toilet is associated with a 46% higher risk of hemorrhoids, likely due to prolonged sitting and increased pressure in anal tissues, suggesting that limiting smartphone use during bathroom visits may reduce hemorrhoid risk.

via EurekAlert!|

#health #hemorrhoids #prolonged-sitting

health1 year ago•5 min saved

Limit Phone Use on the Toilet to Reduce Hemorrhoid Risk

A new study links smartphone use on the toilet to a 46% increased risk of hemorrhoids, highlighting the health risks of prolonged sitting and poor posture during bathroom breaks, especially with mindless scrolling. Experts recommend limiting toilet time to 3-5 minutes and avoiding phone use to reduce hemorrhoid risk.

via CNN|

#digital-distraction #health #hemorrhoids

health-and-technology1 year ago•3 min saved

Children Limit Smartphone Use to Protect Mental Health, Survey Shows

A survey reveals that children aged 12-15 are increasingly taking breaks from smartphones and social media to protect their mental health, with many actively managing their online time and seeking to reduce digital stress, reflecting a broader awareness of the potential harms of excessive screen time.

via The Guardian|

#children #digital-wellbeing #health-and-technology

entertainment1 year ago•4 min saved

AMC Cracks Down on Phone Use During 'Wicked' Screenings

The film adaptation of Wicked is sparking renewed debate over theater etiquette, as more moviegoers use their phones to take photos and videos during screenings, disrupting the experience for others. The article argues against such behavior, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a quiet, focused environment in theaters and urging people to disconnect from their devices to fully enjoy the cinematic experience.

via Kotaku|

#entertainment #movie-theaters #public-behavior

health2 years ago•6 min saved

"Top Health Tips: Mediterranean Diet and Sleep Patterns"

This week's health headlines highlight the benefits of a Mediterranean diet for reducing women's mortality risk, the importance of early bedtimes for mental health, the potential of early peanut butter introduction to prevent allergies, the mixed impact of smartphones on teen moods, and the downside of stress bragging at work.

via Yahoo Life|

#health #mediterranean-diet #mental-health