Impact of Smartphones on Social Interactions

Impact of Smartphones on Social Interactions

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What is 'phubbing'?

The act of ignoring someone in a social environment by focusing on a cell phone

What does the term 'phubbing' result from?

Addiction to smartphones

Where is 'phubbing' commonly observed according to the text?

Restaurants, cafeterias, schools, cinemas, bus stops, and everywhere else

How is 'phubbing' related to the term 'hubbing'?

<p>It is a contraction of 'phone' and 'snubbing'</p> Signup and view all the answers

What makes it challenging for individuals engaged in 'phubbing' to participate in conversations effectively?

<p>Being distracted by new text messages or calls on their phones</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is phubbing as described in the text?

<p>An action of constantly checking the phone instead of talking to someone</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the most obvious reasons for phubbing?

<p>Addiction to social media</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does excessive use of cell phones impact people according to the text?

<p>Disconnects people from reality</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one significant negative impact of phubbing on relationships, according to the text?

<p>Higher rates of loneliness and depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does the text mention seeking permission from others when using a phone in their presence?

<p>To respect the person's presence and not offend them</p> Signup and view all the answers

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