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Pune: According to a recent study by McGill University, smartphone addiction has become a growing concern worldwide, with certain countries showing significantly higher rates of dependency. The research ranks nations based on smartphone addiction prevalence, highlighting the global scope of the issue.
Top Countries With Highest Smartphone Addiction Rates
1. China 🇨🇳
2. Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦
3. Malaysia 🇲🇾
4. Brazil 🇧🇷
5. South Korea 🇰🇷
6. Iran 🇮🇷
7. Canada 🇨🇦
8. Turkey 🇹🇷
9. Egypt 🇪🇬
10. Nepal 🇳🇵
11. Italy 🇮🇹
12. Australia 🇦🇺
13. Israel 🇮🇱
14. Serbia 🇷🇸
15. Japan 🇯🇵
16. United Kingdom 🇬🇧
17. India 🇮🇳
18. United States 🇺🇸
19. Romania 🇷🇴
20. Nigeria 🇳🇬
21. Belgium 🇧🇪
22. Switzerland 🇨🇭
23. France 🇫🇷
24. Germany 🇩🇪
Key Insights from the Study
China, the world’s most populous country, tops the list, with widespread reliance on smartphones for daily activities, including work, socializing, and entertainment.
Surprisingly, nations like Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, and Brazil also rank high, reflecting cultural and social dependencies on mobile technology.
Advanced economies like South Korea, Canada, and Australia continue to grapple with smartphone overuse, despite high levels of digital literacy.
The study underscores the pervasive nature of smartphone addiction and its implications for mental health, productivity, and social interactions. Experts recommend fostering digital literacy, promoting screen time awareness, and encouraging tech-free activities to mitigate the issue.
As smartphone technology becomes increasingly indispensable, this research serves as a wake-up call for both individuals and policymakers worldwide.
