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Digital Dependency Levels

How strongly are digital devices, e.g smartphones embedded into your daily routine

1. I deal with digital devices even when I do demanding tasks.

2. I overuse digital devices out of their purposes.

3. I find myself checking my digital devices when dealing with a job.

4. I continuously look at digital devices in social environments with friends.

5.While eating my meal, I am occupied with my mobile phone, tablet, or computer.

6. I cannot reduce the time I spend with digital devices.

7. I cannot control myself on the amount of time of using my digital devices

8. I have unsuccessful attempts to reduce the time I spend with digital devices.

9. Digital devices prevent me from doing my responsibilities.

10. I have missed many opportunities because of digital device usage.

11. When I’m busy with digital devices, I’m unaware of what’s happening around me.

12. I feel that I become less creative because of using digital devices.

13. I get angry if someone gives me a task while I am using digital devices.

14. Environments where I cannot use digital devices bore me.

15. I feel unhappy and angry when I do not use my digital devices for a long time.

16. I feel very happy when I spend time with digital devices.

17. Losing or breaking my digital devices makes me anxious.

18. Even if I leave my house for a short time, I want to take digital devices with me.

19. I keep digital devices around when I go to sleep.

CENABH (CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IN NEURODEGENERATION AND BRAIN HEALTH)

Navigating Wellbeing in a Connected World

In today's hyper-connected world, digital addiction and psychological strain are growing concerns. Supported by the Centre for Excellence in Neurodegeneration and Brain Health (CENABH), this initiative translates neuroscience into practical actions that help build healthier digital habits, strengthen focus, and promote real-world mental wellbeing.

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