Smartphones, Anxiety, and the Brain: How to Protect Your Mental Health in the Digital Age

Excessive smartphone use triggers measurable changes in the brain — particularly in concentration and attention. Sarah El Nabulsi discusses how to recognise the signs of problematic phone use, its links to anxiety and stress, and practical strategies to set boundaries with your devices. She also highlights the risk for children, where prolonged close-up screen exposure is contributing to rising rates of myopia in younger generations.