3 Ways To Overcome Nomophobia, Anxiety When Separated From Mobile

JAKARTA - Nomophobia stands for no mobile phone phobia', which refers to separate anxiety or fear and cannot access cell phones. This term was first used in a study in the UK in 2008.

Symptoms of a person experiencing nomophobia can include feelings of anxiety, anxiety, even panic when the phone is not in its reach. This happens closely with regard to technology reliability, where the phone not only functions as a means of communication, but also as a source of entertainment, information, and social facilities.

A person with nomophobia can experience mental health problems. Overdependent dependence on a cellphone can cause stress, anxiety, and sleep disorders.

Nomophobia also has an impact on life productivity. Dependence on cell phones can interfere with focus and concentration, which leads to a lack of productivity.

Therefore, nomophobia must be addressed immediately to prevent its various bad effects on life. Here are some ways to prevent nomophobia that can be done, reported by Medical News Today, on Tuesday, January 14, 2025.

The first way that can be done to overcome nomophobia is to set a certain time limit for using a cell phone every day. For example, apply the use of mobile phones for 1-2 hours per day, outside of important activities.

Divert attention from mobile phones by doing hobbies that do not involve technology and that require you to go online. Such as reading books, gardening, or exercising.

Try to make social interactions more often in person. Focus more time to talk directly with friends, family, or colleagues, so that the tendency to check your cellphone can be overcome.

If possible, try to set aside rest time from mobile phones and other digital devices. Either a few hours or even a few days. This gives you the opportunity to focus on doing other things, and reduce dependence on cell phones.