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Day: March 26, 2026

Why Cutting Your Screen Time Probably Won’t Make You Happier – And What Actually Works

Most advice about digital well-being focuses on one thing: use your phone less. But a growing body of research suggests that raw time reduction is the wrong target. What actually matters is self-regulation, social quality, and intentional planning – and understanding that difference changes what you should try next.

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