" Digital Fatigue : Are we paying a hidden price for being always Online?"

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Digital fatigue is becoming a silent health concern as our daily lives revolve around screens—work, classes, entertainment, and even socializing happen online. This constant digital exposure can lead to eye strain, headaches, poor focus, irritability, and disturbed sleep, even though we may not be doing any physical activity. With hybrid work and online lifestyles becoming the norm, many people do not realize how mentally draining prolonged screen time can be. Simple steps like taking short breaks, using blue-light filters, following the 20-20-20 rule, and reducing unnecessary screen use can significantly ease this fatigue.

Do you feel more tired after long online hours , and what small habits have helped you reduce digital fatigue in your daily routine ?

MBH/AB

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The biggest question in today’s lifestyle is how much screentime is too much screentime because all of it is not entertainment we have to be online to stay updated to stay connected and we start getting FOMO as soon as we keep gadgets aside.

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Yes,totally! We feel drained mentally after long hours of screen time than any physical work.

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Yes, the constant feeling of missing out something important, in day to day terms called as “FOMO” makes us to continously cling to the phone screens which is seriously concerning .

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Constant connectivity comes at a cost — digital fatigue is slowly eroding our focus, energy, and mental peace. Recognizing this hidden price is the first step; shifting to mindful use, periodic breaks, and balanced screen time can help reclaim our clarity and overall wellbeing.

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It’s mentally exhausting and 20-20-20 rule can indeed make a meaningful difference than what we realize.

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Digital fatigue is so real. It does connect us to the people away but also takes us away from the people who are near. I feel exhausted if i spend too much time on the screen. The measures that helped me are simple ones like engaging in playful activities that doesn’t require the use of a screen, taking periodic breaks to view the nature and even better power naps.