Is computer addiction a thing?

This Stuff You Should Know episode explores the increasingly relevant world of computer addiction, diving into how our devices and apps are designed to keep us hooked. Josh and Chuck examine everything from gaming addiction to social media dependency, sharing surprising stories about people who've gamed themselves to death and discussing the psychological tricks tech companies use to make their products irresistible. They also tackle the big question of whether computer addiction is a real disorder or just a lack of self-control, all while reflecting on how dramatically our relationship with technology has changed since smartphones put computers in everyone's pockets.