You probably dont even want to know.
Theres no need to be ashamed; a lack of self-control isnt fully to blame.
These apps are designed to be addictive.
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This reward mechanism can make social media scrolling addictive.
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Still, there are ways to set healthy parameters.
If youre chronically online, it might be tough to impose a daily social media time limit.
Another approach involves focusing more on the ratio of online time to offline time.
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If you take the train to work, consider checking social media during the commute.
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