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Do you know that limiting the amount of time you spend on your phone's screen these days is crucial for several parts of your health? Excessive screen usage, particularly on smartphones, has also been connected to problems like sedentary behavior, disturbed sleep patterns, and eye strain. Long-term vision issues and digital eye fatigue may also be caused by prolonged screen usage.

Not only that, but excessive smartphone use can negatively affect mental health by causing feelings of stress, worry, and social isolation. By limiting screen time, people can prioritize social connections, exercise, and sound sleep, leading to a more balanced and healthier lifestyle. In the digital age, setting limits and being aware of screen usage are critical for promoting general wellbeing.

Long-term vision issues and digital eye fatigue may also be caused by prolonged screen usage. (Image Credit: Canva)

Dr. K. Somnath Gupta, who is a senior consultant in physician and diabetes at Yashoda Hospitals in Hyderabad, exclusively told Jagran English about the ways to effectively manage your phone screen time in day-to-day life.

Implement The Following Strategies:

Set daily time limits for specific apps, like screen time or digital wellbeing, to create a structured routine.

Identify crucial apps for work or communication and allocate more screen time to them.

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Minimize time spent on non-essential apps, especially those associated with excessive scrolling.

Incorporate breaks to prevent continuous screen exposure and refresh your mind.

Temporarily restrict access to social media or gaming apps when concentration is essential.

Turn off notifications for apps that aren't immediately crucial.

Excessive smartphone use can negatively affect mental health by causing emotions of stress, worry, and social isolation. (Image Credit: Canva)

Avoid phone use during meals, and designate specific periods before bedtime as phone-free.

Be conscious of the time spent on each app and consider its impact on your well-being.

Balance screen time with offline activities such as reading, exercising, or socializing.

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Share your screen-time goals with friends or family.

Create a supportive environment where everyone contributes to healthier phone habits.