Screens are like candy for the brain. When you look at them, your brain feels happy because it gets a little reward every time something new shows up. Over time, you start needing that happiness more and more, just like how you might need more candy to feel good.
Examples
- A child keeps playing video games because every time they win, they get extra points that feel really good.
- An adult checks their phone constantly during lunch because each notification feels like getting a little gift.
- A teenager stays up late watching videos on their tablet, even though they know they have school the next day.
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See also
- What Causes ‘Mood Swings’ in People?
- What Causes ‘Mood Swings’ and Why Do They Happen?
- Why Do People Become Addicted to Sugar?
- Why Do People Prefer ‘Sugary’ Foods Over ‘Healthy’ Ones?
- Why Do People Get Stressed in Crowded Places?
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