Psychiatrist links digital dependency to depression anxiety and sleep problems
- Dr Vishal Akula warned that excessive online gaming betting and smartphone use may harm young people's mental health.
- He said digital dependency could be associated with depression anxiety and sleep disturbances.
- • In severe cases digital dependency could also be associated with suicidal behaviour according to Dr Akula.
- Speaking at an Indian Psychiatric Society conference in Kanyakumari he stressed early identification comprehensive assessment and treatment.
Source: telanganatoday.com
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