Addiction Quote by Caroline Leaf
““social media addict? This is a very real problem—so much so that researchers from Norway developed a new instrument to measure Facebook addiction called the Bergen Facebook Addiction Scale.[3] Social media has become as ubiquitous as television in our everyday lives, and this research shows that multitasking social media can be as addictive as drugs, alcohol, and chemical substance abuse. A large number of friends on social media networks may appear impressive, but according to a new report, the more social circles a person is linked to, the more likely the social media will be a source of stress.[4] It can also have a detrimental effect on consumer well-being because milkshake-multitasking interferes with clear thinking and decision-making, which lowers self-control and leads to rash, impulsive buying and poor eating decisions. Greater social media use is associated with a higher body mass index, increased binge eating, a lower credit score, and higher levels of credit card debt for consumers with many close friends in their social network—all caused by a lack of self-control.[5] We Can Become Shallow””
About This Quote
Excessive social media use mirrors addiction, causing stress, poor decisions, and health issues, highlighting need for self‑control.
In simple terms: Social media can be addictive and harmful.
Limit use and strengthen self‑control.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- digital detox
- mindful scrolling
- budgeting screen time
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How much time do you spend online daily?
- What strategies can reduce impulsive online behavior?
Changing habits is difficult; social pressure remains.