The way that tvs, phones, laptops etc, affect the mind will not be fully understood until the generation that was exposed to it since childhood (gen z) is studied in adulthood. However analysis of how it (m“odern phone usage) affects adolescence is gaining data.
It seems that its another ongoing issue that is being diverted from direct intervention. In other words its rare for individuals to abruptly tell their social group that they don’t want any phones present or, to not buy a tv and so forth. Smart phones are nearly a requirement, most jobs and universities require apps specifically. Its possible that the current societal environment of issues is so saturated with dire circumstances, that it is understandable that phone usage is not the first on the list of issues to solve.
However I think it should be, issues are addressed socially, and currently social approaches are digital. Even when in person there are usually phones being used so social engagements are often at least partially digital. This simply must wear on our psyches in a negative way that we all seem to be ignoring as best we can. Studies have shown that time spent on social media decreases cognitive control, emotional functioning, social functioning, self image development, suicide rates, sleep, and problem solving in a negative way.
Perhaps awareness is the initial step towards a reduction in daily exposure to social media. Or perhaps it is permanently woven into society. Much in the same way alcohol is everywhere it is left up to the individual to manage their own abuse of the substance/item.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7012622/
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