Psychology experts in the UK discussed the risks of having two mobile phones. An increase in anxiety levels may be linked to excessive use of two or more devices.
People who use two mobile phones for work or leisure may be more prone to anxiety, according to psychology experts from the UK.
David Sheffield, a psychology professor at the University of Derby, told the Daily Mail that he believes anxiety and neuroticism—tendencies towards anxiety, depression, self-criticism, and other negative emotions—may be linked to the use of two devices.
“If you’re more neurotic, you might be using your phone more often and worrying more about battery life. So having two phones provides a safety net,” Sheffield said.
Dr. Zaheer Hussain, a senior psychology professor at Nottingham Trent University, stated that owning two phones is a sign that someone is worried about “missing out on news and notifications.”
“Many people seem to feel an expectation to be available all the time, both professionally and personally,” added Maxi Heitmayer, a researcher in human-computer interaction at the London School of Economics.
Dr. Biquan Luo, CEO of LumosTech, said that heavy use of mobile phones and social media before bed can drastically affect a person’s sleep.
“Try going to a quiet and comfortable place at home, like the sofa, and do a calm, low-stimulation activity, such as reading a book or doing a relaxing exercise, until you feel sleepy again, and then go back to bed,” suggested Luo.
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