It’s no secret that being overly attached to your smartphone can cause serious social problems, from boosting feelings of loneliness and isolation to worsening anxiety and depression symptoms. But used in the right way, smartphones may actually do the opposite. Researchers have recently found that smartphone-based mindfulness training may help individuals feel less lonely and motivate them to interact with more people. If feelings of loneliness and isolation have been present in your life as of late, perhaps mindfulness is a good practice for you.
Feeling lonely? Practicing mindfulness has been shown to help
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