Why do I always feel my phone ringing? Is it an illusion? The truth is not simple

This article was reviewed by Dr. Tao Ning, Associate Professor at the National Institute

In daily life

I believe many people have had this experience.

From time to time, I feel my phone ringing

I couldn't help but pull out my phone to confirm.

But when I picked up my phone to check,

But there is no message or phone call

What is going on?

There is obviously no news

Why do I always feel like my phone is ringing?

Today, let me share some scientific knowledge with you

turn out to be

This is a manifestation of phantom vibration syndrome

Because it is a byproduct of the widespread use of technological products

Look at the people now

Most of them are always holding their phones.

Whether eating, going to the toilet or walking

I get anxious when I can't see my phone

This group of people is highly dependent on mobile phones

Phantom vibration syndrome

In psychology, there is a phenomenon called "signal detection"

First of all, in your subconscious mind, you are looking forward to someone contacting you

Your brain tricks you into thinking your phone is ringing

Especially when you are nervous or anxious

It is easier to have this illusion

If you happen to have similar experience as above

Don't worry too much

Just try to reduce your dependence on mobile phones

This can reduce phantom vibration syndrome

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