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The Washington PostAre you mindlessly scrolling? Here's how to tame your bad tech habit
Are you mindlessly scrolling? Here's how to tame your bad tech habit
By Shira Ovide
07 Mar 2023 · 4 min read
Tech companies go to great lengths to keep you hooked on their apps and glued to your phone. The Post has some practical tips to help you take back control.
Tech companies go to great lengths to keep you hooked on their apps and glued to your phone. The Post has some practical tips to help you take back control.
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