Tech Talk
A feature that tells you how long you’ve used your phone each day
Screen time
The fear of missing out on exciting or important experiences others may be having.
FOMO
Scrolling endlessly through sad or negative content
Doom-scrolling
To enter your details to access a device or website
Log in
Something that stops you from focusing
Distraction
A short alert sound or message that shows you have an update
Notification
The anxiety or panic you feel when you don't have your phone with you.
Nomophobia
Disappearing from all contact without explanation
Ghosting
To move through content on a screen by dragging your finger
Scroll through
A mental state where someone constantly thinks about their phone
Obsession
This type of light from screens is said to affect your sleep patterns.
Blue light
A conscious break from using digital devices for better wellbeing.
Digital detox
To send someone a short alert message or notification
Ping
To stop the power or disconnect a device
Turn off
A sudden strong desire to do something (like check your phone)
Urge
When you watch multiple episodes or videos in one sitting.
Binge-watching
Feeling anxious or uncomfortable when not using your phone
Withdrawal
Neck pain from looking down at your phone for too long
Tech neck
To reduce how much you use your phone
Cut down on
A pop-up or sound that gets your attention on your phone
Alert
The false sensation that your phone is vibrating even when it isn't.
Phantom vibration
Using your phone so much that it affects your life in a bad way
Addiction
Mindlessly scrolling through your phone like a robot
Zombie scrolling
To delay or avoid using your phone for a little while
Put off
Doing something again and again even when you know it’s not good for you
Compulsive