People who are obsessed with charging phones to 100% aren't doing it due to any phone addiction; studies say they are not addicted to their phones, they fear losing connection

Many people repeatedly charge their phones not due to addiction, but a deep-seated fear of being unreachable. This anxiety stems from the possibility of missing an urgent call from family or friends needing help. A dead phone represents being cut off, leading to constant readiness.

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