Study offers new insights into the reasons behind smartphone addiction
Medical Xpress
March 3, 2026
According to research from Semmelweis University, not only personality traits contribute to problematic smartphone use, but weak self-control and a strong fear of missing out (FOMO) on social events also play an important role. The study, published in Acta Psychologica, highlights that excessive smartphone use can result in mental health problems and may also lead to long-term physical consequences: poor posture may impair balance, slow reaction time, and make it harder to concentrate.
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Originally published on Medical Xpress on 3/3/2026