Imagination or Reality? The Phenomenon of Phantom Vibrations

Do you know that feeling? You clearly feel your phone vibrating in your pocket. You pull it out – but there is no notification. Don’t worry, you’re not crazy. This phenomenon is called phantom vibration. Our brain is so trained by constant anticipation to receive smartphone signals that it misinterprets even a slight rubbing of clothing as a vibration. A clear sign that it’s time for a little digital detox!

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