Smartphones taking over the lives of Singapore’s seniors: When does heavy use cross into addiction?

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the same device that keeps life running smoothly can, over time, begin to dominate it, blurring the line between having a handy helper and unhealthy dependence.

Digital platforms are built to maximise engagement by eliminating friction and encouraging continuous use...Users can slip into what Prof Calvert describes as a “looped state”, where attention narrows and external cues fade.

The combination of abundant free time, instant information and emotional reliance can turn casual use into compulsive patterns before they even notice. For some, that reliance gradually shifts from comfort to crutch: filling emotional gaps but sometimes crowding out other forms of connection and rest.

These devices provide connection and stimulation, but without moderation, they can isolate seniors from the real-world interactions that are crucial for healthy ageing.

For issues on the elderly, technology and loneliness....