Some Gen Zers swap their smartphones for "dumb" phones to curb social media habits

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Young people are increasingly switching from smartphones to "dumb phones" to reduce social media consumption and improve mental well-being.
Dumb phones encompass a range of devices, from basic flip phones to those with limited apps or features designed to block social media.
Startups like Dumb.co and companies like Light Phone and Brick are catering to this trend.
Social media addiction symptoms can mirror substance abuse, including impaired control and withdrawal.
Reducing social media use can lead to benefits such as better sleep, improved concentration, and decreased stress.
Programs like "Month Offline" encourage participants to go screen-free for a set period to break smartphone habits.

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