OUR EXPERT
Dr Rachael Kent is a lecturer in digital economy and society at King’s College London and founder of the tech-wellbeing consultancy, Dr Digital Health.
Do you disappear down a rabbit hole when reading something online? Are you a slave to social media? If you’re nodding along, you’re not alone. According to research, online activity among older adults has doubled in the last decade* with many of us overdosing on our devices without realising the damage it has on mental health.
Too much screen time has been linked to depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and sleep issues, so what is it about the internet that sucks us in so easily? Get the lowdown on the cycle of compulsive scrolling, along with tips for curbing tech-time to reset the balance.
WHAT’S THE PROBLEM?
Let’s face it, most of us can’t live without the internet. Having the world
