Many people worry that using smartphones too much can worsen their mood and mental health. But a new study suggests that isn’t true! Scientists at the University of Oregon studied more than 10,000 adults for four weeks and found that overall phone use had almost no effect on happiness. Instead, how people use their phones matters more than how much they use them. Sometimes, using social apps even made people feel a little better! Researchers say smartphones are just tools, and what matters most is using them in healthy ways that support daily life and well-being.
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Many people worry that using smartphones too much can worsen their mood and mental health. But a new study suggests that isn’t true! Scientists at the University of Oregon studied more than 10,000 adults for four weeks and found that overall phone use had almost no effect on happiness.