Smartphone Addiction and Digital Detox Quiz

Questions and Answers

What are some of the activities people were doing on their mobile phones in the New York Subway?

Some people were listening to music, playing games, and holding their phones while waiting for signal.

Why does the author think that people are constantly holding their phones?

The author believes that phones have become essential for providing entertainment, emails, maps, texts, and various other functions, making people feel naked without them.

How have clever companies encouraged the trend of constantly holding phones?

Clever companies have created apps for ordering groceries, paying bills, buying movie tickets, and books, all accessible through the phone, which reinforces the behavior of constantly holding the phone.

What is the impact of the constant reinforcement of holding phones?

<p>The constant reinforcement has led people to feel dependent on their phones for various tasks and activities, making it difficult for them to be without their phones.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What observation does the author make about the latest trend of holding phones?

<p>The author has noticed a trend where people are constantly holding their phones, indicating a strong attachment and dependence on the device for various functions and activities.</p> Signup and view all the answers