In recent years, we’ve witnessed a surge in what can be termed ‘digital addiction’ among our children, transforming them into screen junkies with a ‘digital heroin’ tech dependency. While the term may seem extreme, it’s a concern parents should seriously consider. Are our kids truly addicted to screens?

Dr. Kimberly Young’s study on “Internet Addiction” suggests that 18 percent of college-age internet users in the US suffer from tech or digital addiction. But what exactly constitutes this digital addiction?