Third of young people show signs of phone addiction regardless of screen time-study

The research found that more than two-thirds (69%) of those showing signs of phone addiction reported poor sleep

More than a third of young adults have reported symptoms of smartphone addiction, regardless of the length of time spent on their device each day, a new study has found. Picfture: Philip Toscano/PA

More than a third of young adults have reported symptoms of smartphone addiction, regardless of the length of time spent on their device each day, a new study has found.

Research from King’s College London revealed that around 39% of people aged 18-30 reported symptoms such as losing control over how long they spend on their phone, distress when they cannot access it, and neglecting other areas of their life.