Social Media Addiction Can Cause Digital Vertigo: The True Story Of An Instagram Influencer Who’s Social Media Use Landed Her On A Wheelchair

Are you addicted to social media? In a shocking revelation, A Social Media influencer named Fenella Fox, recently made headlines after she revealed that she had been suffering from “digital vertigo” due to her excessive phone usage.

How Fenella Fox’s social media addiction landed her in a wheelchair

Fenella, who boasts over a million followers on Instagram, revealed that she had been spending up to 14 hours a day on her phone,  scrolling through social media photos and videos, and engaging with her fans.

This has led to the development of “digital vertigo”, a condition that causes dizziness, disorientation, and feelings of detachment from reality which is also known as cybersickness.

In a heartfelt Instagram post, Fenella shared her experience of “digital vertigo” and how it had affected her life. She described that she was feeling overwhelmed and felt as if she was “floating in a digital void”.

While she loved connecting with her followers and sharing her adventures, she started to feel overwhelmed and disconnected from the real world.

digital vertigo caused by social media addiction

She realized that her cell phone addiction was affecting her mental health. So, she decided to take a break from social media to focus on her well-being.

Related: Internet Addiction: How Does It Affect Your Mind And Body?

What should you do if you have digital vertigo?

All of us need to take a step back and assess our relationship with technology. Sarah Brown, a psychologist who specializes in addiction said, “While social media can be a great way to connect with others, it’s important to prioritize our mental health and set boundaries”.

Fenella’s story serves as a reminder that social media addiction can have serious consequences and that we all need to take steps to protect our mental health in the digital age.

Fenella is using her platform to raise awareness about the importance of balancing our digital and real lives. As social media continues to play a dominant role in our lives, it’s crucial to remember that we are still human beings with physical and emotional needs. 

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However, Fenella’s confession has shed light on the darker side of social media and the impact it can have on our mental health, and the importance of setting boundaries.

Related: How To Set Boundaries To Protect Your Mental Health


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Are you addicted to social media? In a shocking revelation, A Social Media influencer named Fenella Fox, recently made headlines after she revealed that she had been suffering from “digital vertigo” due to her excessive phone usage.

How Fenella Fox’s social media addiction landed her in a wheelchair

Fenella, who boasts over a million followers on Instagram, revealed that she had been spending up to 14 hours a day on her phone,  scrolling through social media photos and videos, and engaging with her fans.

This has led to the development of “digital vertigo”, a condition that causes dizziness, disorientation, and feelings of detachment from reality which is also known as cybersickness.

In a heartfelt Instagram post, Fenella shared her experience of “digital vertigo” and how it had affected her life. She described that she was feeling overwhelmed and felt as if she was “floating in a digital void”.

While she loved connecting with her followers and sharing her adventures, she started to feel overwhelmed and disconnected from the real world.

digital vertigo caused by social media addiction

She realized that her cell phone addiction was affecting her mental health. So, she decided to take a break from social media to focus on her well-being.

Related: Internet Addiction: How Does It Affect Your Mind And Body?

What should you do if you have digital vertigo?

All of us need to take a step back and assess our relationship with technology. Sarah Brown, a psychologist who specializes in addiction said, “While social media can be a great way to connect with others, it’s important to prioritize our mental health and set boundaries”.

Fenella’s story serves as a reminder that social media addiction can have serious consequences and that we all need to take steps to protect our mental health in the digital age.

Fenella is using her platform to raise awareness about the importance of balancing our digital and real lives. As social media continues to play a dominant role in our lives, it’s crucial to remember that we are still human beings with physical and emotional needs. 

social media effects

However, Fenella’s confession has shed light on the darker side of social media and the impact it can have on our mental health, and the importance of setting boundaries.

Related: How To Set Boundaries To Protect Your Mental Health


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