Archive · 3 Aug 2026
AIIMS Psychiatrist Offers 10 Ways to Cut Screen Time
Prof. Mamta Sood from AIIMS talks about how phones can become a problem.
She says we should think about why we use our phone each day and only keep the important apps.
Small changes like turning off notifications or putting the phone in a special spot can help.
She also says doing things like walking, reading a book, or cooking instead of scrolling can keep us busy.
Finally, she reminds us to stop using the phone two hours before bedtime so we can sleep better.
AIIMS psychiatrist Prof. Mamta Sood explains phone addiction signs and impact.
She advises intentional use: list daily phone functions and cut non‑essential notifications.
Small, gradual changes like grayscale mode, hiding apps, and designated phone‑free zones help reduce scrolling.
Replacing screen time with offline activities (walking, reading, cooking) and planning digital breaks can prevent relapse.
Prioritizing sleep by limiting late‑night phone use improves rest and overall screen‑time reduction.
- Who
- Prof. Mamta Sood, psychiatrist at AIIMS
- What
- Advice on reducing smartphone screen time
- Where
- All India Institute of Medical Sciences, India
- Why
- To help people regain control over phone use and improve well‑being
- Expert
- Prof. Mamta Sood
- Institution
- All India Institute of Medical Sciences
- Issue
- Smartphone addiction
- Key advice
- Intentional use and gradual changes
- Sleep recommendation
- Limit phone use 2 hours before bed