Blocking Mobile Internet Significantly Enhances Mental Health and Well-Being
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- A study found that blocking mobile internet for two weeks significantly improved mental health, well-being, and attention span.
- 71% of participants reported better mental health after the internet break than before it, with improvements in depression symptoms larger than those from antidepressant medications.
- Participants increased time spent in the offline world, engaging in hobbies and face-to-face interactions, leading to better sleep and social connections.
- The research was conducted by Adrian Ward and an interdisciplinary team from various universities, including Texas McCombs and Georgetown University.
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