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Ditching Smartphones for Mental Clarity | Minneapolis News
Tired of endless scrolling? A growing wave of young adults are ditching smartphones for “dumb phones” — flip phones or stripped-down devices — to escape digital overload. One user called it “heaven on earth.” With teens spending nearly five hours daily on social media, the trend is gaining steam, especially among 24-year-old women seeking mental clarity. Experts warn these apps mimic addictive behaviors, even comparing them to substance abuse — a concern reinforced by a recent jury ruling holding Meta and YouTube accountable. The payoff? Better sleep, sharper focus, and less stress — though…
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