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This episode explores the harmful effects of phone addiction on intimacy and relationships.

It’s not a hot take to say that most of us are incredibly addicted to our phones. But when our usage bleeds into full-blown ‘technoference’ - technology interference - there can be significant, harmful consequences. In this episode, we explore how phones can harm our friendships and romantic relationships, including: •  How phones are replacing in-person interaction  •  Why we can't help but be addicted •  The impact of 'phone snubbing' on our loved ones •  How phones are killing our sex lives •  The ways we can break our habits and find our way back to intimacy Happy listening! Watch on Netflix: HERE Follow Jemma on Instagram: @ jemmasbeg Follow the podcast on Instagram: @ thatpsychologypodcast Subscribe on Substack: @ thepsychologyofyour20s For business: psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com     Our favourite sources from this episode: www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2022/jan/31/age-of-intimacy-famine-interact-with-phones-rather-than-loved-ones   www.ericpickersgill.com/Removed &nbsp…

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