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Catherine Price
Catherine Price writes practical non-fiction about how to live a more intentional life in a digital world. She is the author of The Amazing Generation: Your Guide to Fun and Freedom in a Screen-Filled World
How to Break Up with Your Phone
- Pages
- 193
- Published
- 2018
- Language
- English
Synopsis
Feeling overwhelmed by phone addiction, anxiety from social media, or endless scrolling? This practical, evidence-based guide offers a 30-day digital detox plan to help you regain control. Learn how smartphones are designed to be addictive and how excessive use impacts your focus, memory, and relationships. Follow an easy-to-implement plan to achieve better mental health, screen-life balance, and a healthier relationship with technology.
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Frequently asked questions
What makes this book different from other digital detox guides?
This book stands out by focusing on the persuasive design tactics used by phone manufacturers and app developers to keep users engaged. It provides a structured, month-long plan that emphasizes understanding the 'why' behind phone addiction before guiding readers through practical steps to reclaim their attention and time.
Does this book offer a permanent solution or a temporary fix?
The book aims to help readers establish a sustainable, healthier relationship with their phone rather than advocating for complete abstinence. It provides tools and strategies for long-term behavioral change, encouraging mindful use and setting boundaries that can be maintained indefinitely.
Is this book based on scientific research?
Catherine Price draws on extensive research in neuroscience, psychology, and behavioral economics to explain how smartphones affect our brains and habits. The advice and strategies presented are grounded in scientific understanding of addiction and human behavior.
