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Excessive mobile phone use is increasingly recognized as a contributor to a wide range of physical, mental, and social health concerns. Prolonged screen time and constant digital engagement can lead to anxiety, depression, reduced attention span, irritability, and sleep disturbances. This can be described as nomophobia—the fear or discomfort experienced when one is without a mobile device.
From a physical health perspective, overuse of phones is associated with eyestrain, musculoskeletal issues (such as “text neck”), and poor-quality sleep.
What is the reason for this obsession?
personal insecurity, a fear of isolation, and pre-existing anxiety disorders,Individuals may become dependent on their phones for social validation, to avoid feelings of loneliness, or due to the perceived necessity of the device for daily tasks and safety.The rapid, instant gratification of digital interactions can also foster obsessive or addictive behaviors, making it difficult to be without a phone. Smartphones are used to compensate for real-world social deficits, leading to anxiety when the device is not available to fill a void. Individuals with social anxiety, general anxiety, or a predisposition to addiction may be more vulnerable to developing nomophobia. desire to be constantly available for work or social connections can lead to anxiety about missing a call or message.
Fear of missing out (FOMO): The inability to stay updated on friends' activities or current events can create significant anxiety.
Ayurvedic Perspective
In Ayurveda, excessive or improper use of the sense organs is identified as a significant cause of DISEASES. Thus overuse of mobile phone also can contribute to diseases. In Ayurveda this phenomenon is described as Prajnaparadha, or the “mistake of the intellect.” This concept refers to knowingly engaging in harmful behaviours despite understanding their negative consequences. Prajnaparadha leads to disturbances in:
* impaired intellect or clarity of thought
* weakened willpower
* impaired memory
How can we deal with pranjaparadha?
Ayurveda does not offer a single, isolated cure for Prajnaparadha; instead, it emphasizes a holistic and sustained approach to restoring balance in mind and body. Treatment focuses on re-establishing proper judgment and involves a combination of:
* Yuktivyapasraya Therapy - medicines and diet modifications to balance the tridosha
* Sattvavajaya Therapy – psychological and behavioural techniques aimed at strengthening the mind
* Achara Rasayana – ethical conduct and lifestyle refinements
* Rasayana Therapy – rejuvenation therapies to promote vitality
* Panchakarma – detoxification therapies to eliminate accumulated imbalances
Here the objective is waiving off the disease vulnerability by realigning one's action with knowledge awareness and mindfulness.