phone.”
And it’s not just children who feel the effects. Studies suggest phubbing can damage all kinds of relationships, including romantic ones.
A survey led by Faruk Caner Yam at Gaziosmanpaşa University in Turkey found that partners who were often “phubbed” reported lower satisfaction and poorer perceived relationship quality. “Being too busy with smartphones during a romantic relationship harms satisfaction,” Yam concluded. “It is very important to raise awareness of couples about smartphone use during their relationships.”
In other words, the occasional glance at a notification is one thing, but repeatedly choosing your phone over the person in front of you could send a clear (and hurtful) message, whether it’s to your partner, a friend, or your child.
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