Tag: cellphones

Study suggests cellphone use while driving may be tied to other risky road behaviors in young adults

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From the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia press release: A new study from researchers at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and the University of Pennsylvania’s Annenberg Public Policy Center found that… Read more »

Study suggests leaving cellphone alone during meetings to make a good impression

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From the University of Kansas press release: To get on the good side of a new boss, colleague or acquaintance in a business meeting, leave your cell phone stashed in… Read more »

Study suggests cellphone use during breaks can lead to mental depletion, poorer performance

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From the Rutgers University press release: Using a cellphone to take a break during mentally challenging tasks does not allow the brain to recharge effectively and may result in poorer… Read more »

Study suggests using a mobile phone while browsing the shelves may make shoppers buy more

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From the Springer press release: In-store mobile phone use that is unrelated to shopping may be associated with an increase in unplanned purchases, according to a study published in the Journal… Read more »

Study of patterns of compulsive smartphone use suggests how to kick the habit

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From the University of Washington press release: Everywhere you look, people are looking at screens. In the decade since smartphones have become ubiquitous, we now have a feeling almost as… Read more »

Study looks at when sexting is associated with psychological distress among young adults

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From the Genetic Engineering News press release: While sending or receiving nude electronic images may not always be associated with poorer mental health, being coerced to do so and receiving… Read more »

Study suggests screen time — even before bed — has little impact on teen well-being

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From the Association for Psychological Science press release: Data from more than 17,000 teenagers show little evidence of a relationship between screen time and well-being in adolescents. The study, published… Read more »

Study suggests adoption of mobile payment shifts consumer spending patterns, habits

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From the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign press release: Paying for a cup of coffee with a smartphone instead of a credit card is gaining prominence among consumers — and… Read more »