17/06/2026
Many teens feel pressured to reply instantly. This “availability stress”, the sense of always needing to be online, can increase anxiety, drain focus and impact wellbeing.
Simple strategies like phone-free times, limiting notifications, normalising delayed replies and encouraging clear boundaries can help.
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