Nomophobia
Monday, June 16, 2008

Last 2 days, i read a Health magazine. An article had captured my eye which was on the nomophobia. After reading it, i realized that i had this phobic n i'm sure many ppl outthere also had this too.
Nomophobia or " no-mobile phobia" is the fear of being out of mobile phone contact. Someone with this nomophobia is so dependent on their mobile that discovering it is out of charge or simply misplacing it will sends stress levels soaring to them. Switch off phone make them feel anxious.
Keeping in touch with family and friends is the main reason why i'm so wedded to the mobile. n all that i remembered, i had never switch off my phone unless it was running out of battery. i will have a feeling yg x sonoknye if my phone running out of bat, or no connection. worry of someone will call or text me.
Experts say nomophobia could affect up to 53 per cent of mobile phone users, with 48 per cent of women and 58 per cent of men questioned admitting to experiencing feelings of anxiety when they run out of battery or credit, lose their phone or have no network coverage.
Researchers advise those keen to avoid nomophobia to keep their credit topped up, carry a charger at all times, give family and friends an alternative contact number and carry a pre-paid phonecard to make emergency calls if your mobile is broken, lost or stolen. Other tips include keeping a record of your numbers in case you lose your handset and carrying the phone in a closed pocket or bag to avoid loss or theft and could also try to liberate yourself from the shackles of your mobile by simply switching it off.
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Monday, June 16, 2008