Am I Too Online?

2. I have missed deadlines at work or school because I spent too much time online.

3. Seeing other people’s lives online makes me feel like I’m not doing enough.

4. I have gotten so wrapped up in social media I couldn't stop scrolling.

5. I often get bullied online.

6. I’ve ended friendships over people’s political posts.

7. I feel fat or gross when I see other people’s photos on social media.

8. I feel on edge when I’m not checking my phone.

9. Using social media often makes me feel lonelier than I felt beforehand.

10. I sometimes lie to my spouse or parents about how much time I spend online.

11. I often scroll late into the night.

12. Social media is a primary way I divert my attention away from challenges in my life.

13. My spouse or parents have told me I spend too much time online.

14. If I am called away from scrolling, I often ask for more time before I put my phone down.

15. My phone is swamped by notifications every time I pick it up.

16. I have tried to stop checking my phone and was unable to.

17. Estimating the total number of hours I’ve spent online each week makes me feel embarrassed.

18. My grades or job performance would probably be better if I spent fewer hours scrolling.

19. I sometimes feel obligated to get through my social feeds.

20. I use controls to limit my time online but routinely override them.