Breaking a bad habit: cell phone use hinders quality of life

Emily Oba • April 30, 2019

After some introspection I realized the time spent on my phone everyday was too long. Therefore, I took 30 days to challenge myself to be less dependent on my device.

Fixing fights over phones isn’t effective

Rachael Erickson • May 9, 2018

Around mid-February, I got into a fight with one of my closest friends. It all happened over Snapchat, after a disappointment-fueled spiral on a bus full of debate kids, illuminated only by red emergency...

Need for comfort from phones brings depression alongside

Katie Whaley • September 29, 2017

New findings say people who use their cell phones excessively could experience more psychological health issues than those who use their cellphones less.

Breaks in class allow students to thrive

Emily Oba • February 19, 2017

Doodling and being on phones during class is considered a distraction to some teachers. But for some students it something that improves their learning.

Continuous work breaks interrupt obligations

Ann Fitzmaurice • December 29, 2016

Teens worry that their constant breaks from schoolwork will threaten their academic success.