10 Studies Reveal What Phones Are Doing To Our Minds (P)

People now spend a staggering three to six hours per day on their smartphones -- not including work-related time.

So, what psychological effects is all this phone use really having?

One study conducted in association with Google finds there is little evidence that smartphone usage is inherently bad for adults.

Another study has found that moderate amounts of screen time help people recover from daytime stress.

But even if smartphone use is not inherently bad, there may be better ways to spend that time.

Here are 10 studies that reveal how everyday phone habits shape attention, emotion, relationships, trust, social interaction and well-being.