How the habit of checking your smartphone early in the morning harms your health, scientists said

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Many people pick up their phone or smartphone immediately after waking up, check social networks and messengers, or immediately start performing some work tasks. However, experts believe that such a habit can harm health.

A study by the University of Gothenburg in Sweden showed that the high frequency of using mobile phones affects the mental health of young people. The research group consisted of participants aged 20-24. Their condition was monitored for a year.

As a result, a direct negative correlation was found between high levels of mobile phone use and stress, sleep disturbances and symptoms of depression, both in women and in men.

< p>Another study by the same university revealed a similar trend in sleep disturbance in those who often use the computer. Frequent viewing of e-mail and correspondence in chats directly affected the level of stress and sleep disturbances, as well as reduced work capacity.

In addition, using the computer at night increased the risks of insomnia and also negatively affected mental health. I am both men and women.