Walk into a coffee shop, airport, classroom, or waiting room, and you'll likely see the same scene: people looking down at their phones. Many of us check our devices dozens, sometimes hundreds, of times per day. We unlock them while standing in line, during conversations, before bed, and often within minutes of waking up. Most people recognize this habit. Many have even experienced the strange...

Technology has transformed nearly every aspect of modern relationships. Couples can stay connected throughout the day with text messages, video calls, social media interactions, and shared digital calendars. Long-distance relationships can thrive through instant communication, and partners can easily share experiences, memories, and important life moments online. Yet the same technology that...