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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Kelvin Chan

One Tech Tip: Wasting too much time on social media apps? Tips and tricks to curb smartphone use

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If you've got a smartphone, you probably spend too much time on it — checking Instagram, watching silly TikTok videos, messaging on WhatsApp or doomscrolling on X.

It can be hard to curb excessive use of smartphones and social media, which are addictive by design. Reducing your screen time is often more than just a matter of willpower, especially for younger people whose brains and impulse control are still developing.

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