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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Ellie Muir

New study says proclaiming addiction to Instagram makes it harder to quit

The normalization of the term ‘social media addiction’ may be contributing to Instagram overuse, a new study reveals - (Getty Images)

Social media overuse is hard to curb — and even harder to overcome if you truly believe you’re addicted to it, according to a new study.

The research — from academics at California Institute of Technology and University of Southern California — suggests that simply believing you’re addicted to Instagram actually makes it harder to control your use, such as scrolling, posting and reacting on the app.

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