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How to Calculate Screen Addiction Score

What is Screen Addiction Score?

Problematic smartphone use is characterised by compulsive checking, anxiety without device access, interference with sleep or relationships, and difficulty reducing usage despite wanting to.

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. 1Problematic use markers: using during meals, first and last thing daily, >6 hours/day
  2. 2Phone checks: >80 times/day is considered high-frequency by researchers
  3. 3Sleep impact: phone in bedroom associated with 30-minute average sleep delay per night

Worked Examples

Input
6hrs screen time, 20 checks/day, phone in bedroom
Result
Score approx 75/100 - borderline problematic; removing phone from the bedroom has the highest single impact

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Screen Addiction Score?

Problematic smartphone use is characterised by compulsive checking, anxiety without device access, interference with sleep or relationships, and difficulty reducing usage despite wanting to. Use this calculator for accurate, instant results.

How accurate is the Screen Addiction Score calculator?

The calculator uses the standard published formula for screen addiction score. Results are accurate to the precision of the inputs you provide. For financial, medical, or legal decisions, always verify with a qualified professional.

What units does the Screen Addiction Score calculator use?

This calculator works with inches. You can enter values in the units shown — the calculator handles all conversions internally.

What formula does the Screen Addiction Score calculator use?

The calculator applies the standard formula for this type of calculation. See the 'How It Works' steps above for the detailed formula breakdown.

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