Economic Survey Flags Alarming Rise in Digital Addiction Among Indian Youth
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Firstpost•29-01-2026, 17:39
Economic Survey Flags Alarming Rise in Digital Addiction Among Indian Youth
- •The Economic Survey 2025-26 highlights a rapid increase in digital addiction among India's youth, leading to higher screen time and mental health issues.
- •Excessive use of smartphones, social media, gaming, and online platforms is causing psychological illness, stress, reduced concentration, and sleep deprivation.
- •Digital addiction is defined as compulsive use of digital devices and online activities resulting in psychological distress and functional impairment.
- •The report notes that digital overuse weakens social capital, erodes peer networks, and diminishes offline social skills.
- •Dr. Rajiv Mehta emphasizes that digital overuse negatively impacts mental health, overall well-being, and contributes to lifestyle diseases at a younger age.
Why It Matters: Digital addiction is a growing concern among Indian youth, impacting mental health, social skills, and academic performance.
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