India, May 3 -- Can't stop checking your phone? While it may feel like just a habit, it can also become an addiction. In fact, more than half the population is caught in a cycle of constant scrolling, notifications, and the urge to stay connected. In an Instagram post dated May 3, 2026, therapist Nadia Addesi shared practical tips to overcome this habit.

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The therapist said, "Phone addiction is when your brain starts relying on your phone to avoid discomfort. It becomes the fastest way to deal with stress, boredom, or loneliness. The more relief it brings, the more your brain depends on it."

She added that eventually, it becomes automatic, and you reach for it without t...