If you suffer from notification stress, here are the apps you should delete (or mute) as soon as possible.
In the digital age Staying constantly connected is the norm. However, with messaging apps and social media always at hand, the number of daily notifications is increasing can quickly become overwhelming. Many people begin to suffer from this constant availability.
According to a recent study, the average citizen receives about 146 notifications every day. almost one every 10 minutes. Some receive much more.
For this reason ‘Ring’ a notification on your phone can can cause sudden anxiety or stress and disrupt your work routine or relaxation time.
Which apps cause the most stress
The new study by technology experts at Music Magpie has shown which apps are the biggest triggers of notification anxiety.
Data collected over two weeks from iPhone users of Generation X, Millennials and Generation Z showed that WhatsApp is the main source of stress, is the app that sends the most notifications to half of the participants.
Closely followed by iMessage (the messaging app for the iPhone), Instagram, Facebook Messenger and Gmail in fifth place.
Outlook, Instagram, Pinterest, And YouTube were also mentioned as important sources of reports.
How to deal with notification stress
If the number of notifications on your phone is causing you stress, There are several methods to deal with this.
Liam Howley, Chief Marketing Officer at Music Magpie, recommends disabling notifications for the most intrusive apps, such as Facebook, even if it is only for one day a week of your choice.
Additionally, Use phone settings that allow you to select time intervals during which you do not want to receive notifications. for example during working hours or at night, can contribute to a more positive balance.
For those who have problems with email management, it is helpful to Declutter your inbox; although this may seem like an almost impossible task. A useful tip is to Take time every day to check and organize emailsinstead of trying to tackle them all at once.
Knowing which apps cause you the most stress and implementing strategies to manage notifications can make a significant difference to your daily well-being. and helps you live a healthier and more balanced digital life.
This article first appeared on Grazia.it
