Smartphone Overuse During Vacation Raises Mental Health Concerns in Brazil

Experts warn that many Brazilians spend extensive time on smartphones during vacation, often losing track of hours due to design features such as infinite scroll and intermittent rewards. Professor Luiz Fernando Campos explains that endless content feeds create a dependency loop, making it difficult for users to stop scrolling.

The constant need for likes, comments and notifications can lead to emotional reliance and affect psychological well‑being. Specialists recommend setting screen‑time limits, scheduling screen‑free periods and favoring offline activities like social gatherings, exercise and rest to protect mental health during holidays.