In a world obsessed with the next “digital detox” trend, experts warn that unplugging from screens might actually be doing more harm than good. While influencers preach about disconnecting to “recharge your mind and body,” recent studies suggest that ditching your devices can leave you feeling isolated, anxious, and out of the loop.
Is stepping away from your phone the self-care everyone thinks it is — or just another recipe for loneliness in an already disconnected society?
From FOMO-fueled panic attacks to social exclusion, the so-called “digital detox” may be robbing you of essential social connections and career opportunities. And if you’re trying to unplug in today’s hyper-connected, fast-paced world, be ready for serious withdrawal symptoms — including boredom, irritability, and even depression.
Before you toss your phone in the drawer, think twice: Is disconnecting truly healing, or just another modern-day trap wrapped in wellness rhetoric?