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A lot of people spend most of their spare time in digital worlds, and studies show that increased during the Covid-19 pandemic. Some find it hard to tear themselves away from gaming, streaming, social media or chatting. But when can you say someone’s addicted to digital devices, media or platforms, how does someone become an addict? “It’s really serious if you neglect other areas of your life, such as your friends, family, hobbies, and at some point personal hygiene too,” says Martina Haas, a psychologist specialising in media and online addiction. These people are so occupied with digital devices that...
