looking at phone too much
due to my life being garbage right now and depression taking away my interests, im on my phone all the time even though i have a neck issue which could affect my eyes which makes me anxious that i could go blind even though im not sure if that could realistically happen. do any other depressed people have a similar experience?
@intellectualBeechwood8141 yes I do.
What can help is using a timer to take breaks and better manage your screen time.
Also using a computer instead if/when you can, it's less convenient, and you can't put it that close to you so it's better for your eyes and your neck. Maybe try putting yourself at a desk or some other place where your posture might be better.
Look for other activities that you enjoy. It can be as simple as colouring, drinking a coffee or having a little snack outside for 5 minutes, anything. Do not put too much pressure on yourself in a long or difficult activity.
I hope it will help đź’›
If you have trouble leaving the phone you can for example listen to music or a podcast at the same time, it's a good in-between. That's what I do when it's too hard.
By the way, it's not possible for du to go blind just like that, all of a sudden. There are applications of blue light filters, it's free and it reduces the strain on your eyes.