Digital addiction not just about screen time


It’s essential to understand that digital addiction is complex and cannot be solely defined by excessive screen time, says Dr Chin. — 123rf

THERE is a lot one can do with eight hours of the day.

You can get a good night’s sleep, work a full shift at most jobs, touch grass with friends, spend time with your family and the list goes on. Instead, Malaysian youth spend up to eight hours a day facing a screen, according to a recent study on digital addiction among youths.

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