Do You Suffer From Smartphone Anxiety? (And if So, What the Hell’s Your Problem?)

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Smartphone anxiety—the panic you feel when you’re without your device—is the latest psychology disorder we need to worry about. Or do we?

Published Apr. 30 2014 5:45AM EDT

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When I saw the woman to my right clearly in a state of anxiety, I took an almost selfish solace in her discomfort. I knew I wasn’t the only passenger on board afraid of flying.

Melissa Fares

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Do You Suffer From Smartphone Anxiety? (And if So, What the Hell’s Your Problem?)

Smartphone anxiety—the panic you feel when you’re without your device—is the latest psychology disorder we need to worry about. Or do we?

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Melissa Fares