Ever open your phone to “check one thing” and somehow lose an hour scrolling through reels, memes, or updates? 🙋‍♀️ You’re not alone. Social media is fun, but it’s designed to keep you hooked — and ...

Want your child to spend less time on their phone, tablet or gaming device? Start by downsizing your own digital consumption. According to a study published in 2024, one of the strongest predictors of ...

YouTube offers a Shorts feed limit feature that helps users manage how much time they spend scrolling short-form videos. This ...

In an era where smartphones are integral to daily life, managing screen time has become essential for maintaining focus, productivity, and overall well-being. Your iPhone, while an incredibly ...

Source: Microstock_Growth / EnvatoElements As a neuropsychologist, I frequently have parents inform me that their child prefers to spend all their free time sitting in front of a screen rather than ...

Overview: YouTube Shorts limits help parents reduce endless scrolling and protect kids’ focus, sleep, and daily ...

Here’s how to set daily time limits on YouTube Shorts and help your kids watch responsibly while staying aware of screen time ...

The powerful, compelling nature of screen time is with us 24/7. For the 70 percent of people who always have their cell phone within arm's reach, this is literally true. It’s hard enough for adults to ...

Michelle Ehrhardt is Lifehacker's Associate Tech Editor. She has a bachelor's degree in history from Earlham College, where she also double majored in theatre. She also holds an MFA in game design ...