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We live in a world of constant connection, in which with a simple mobile we can open ourselves to the entire world. But, regardless of the great range of possibilities offered by technology, it also has its dark face, such as nomophobia.

What exactly is nomophobia?

The definition of nomophobia is that it is an addictive pathology based on irrational fear of not being constantly connected to the Internet or running out of coverage. It is a disease that can be said that it is fashionable and booming from the democratization of the use of smartphone, since practically everyone has access to one.

Who mainly affects nomophobia?

It is estimated that approximately 60% of the population suffers from this disease, which in many cases is aggravated during vacations.

Although there is no age or gender pattern to suffer from it, it is frequent in adolescents and young people, as well as in people who access corporate mail accounts from their smartphone or are constantly connected to their company through it.

What are the main symptoms of nomophobia?

Like all phobias, it can be manifested in different ways, since each individual manifests it in a way. But mainly and roughly, it causes anxiety, insomnia and poor sleep quality, due to the large number of hours that are pending if there are new notifications of messages and the lack of mental disconnection, which prevents resting properly.

How do I know if I have nomophobia?

As we said in the previous point, the indications can vary, but the most frequent are to look constantly to see if a new notification has been received (even if the sound is activated), never turn off the phone to always remain Connected, avoid sites without coverage, steal hours to sleep or family to be connected to social or similar networks or be aware of the battery level so that the mobile never stops working.

All this can cause, paradoxically, social isolation, since people suffering from nomophobia stop communicating in person (obviously there are different levels) and they communicate almost exclusively virtually, either by instant messaging (type WhatsApp or Telegram), email or social networks.

And in this holiday in which we are, the nomophobia usually makes an appearance more than during the rest of the year, since when we are working it is usually connected all the time, while on vacation the trend is to disconnect, either voluntarily or forced.

How can you fight nomophobia on vacation?

When the use of technology becomes a harmful relationship, it is important to take measures to alleviate the situation. Some of these measures can be practiced regularly. It doesn't matter the type of sport that is practiced, even if it's just walking. Contact with outdoor and without mobile phone distractions is always beneficial to health.

Also, meditation and similar exercises, such as yoga or mindfulness, are extremely benefits for this type of problem, in addition to many others. The practice of meditation helps us to meet again with ourselves, something essential in those long -awaited vacation that we have been waiting for. In addition to being a mental and spiritual benefit, it also helps to relax the body, especially at the muscular level, which is significantly results in the physical state and well -being.