Intermittent Rewards & Habit Loops
Unpredictable rewards (likes, pings) strengthen habits and make them harder to stop. Small pauses help re‑introduce “stop cues.”
Research
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Attention Fragmentation
Rapid task switching taxes working memory. Short mindful breaks (breath, micro‑walk) improve regulation and reduce reactivity.
Sleep, Blue Light, and Autoplay
Evening light exposure delays melatonin; autoplay removes natural stopping points. Bedtime “no‑screen buffer” supports sleep quality.
FOMO & Novelty Bias
Uncertainty and novelty get automatic attention. Naming the urge (“I feel the pull to check”) plus a 3‑minute pause reduces compulsion.
Notes
- These are educational summaries, not medical or psychological advice.
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