Emerging research using artificial intelligence to model long-term effects of smartphone addiction paints a startling picture: persistent heavy phone use could lead to severe physical and psychological changes over the next 25 years. One study describes how “withdrawal symptoms” such as anxiety when a phone is unavailable were central to addiction networks. Another AI-driven model showed that screen time, app usage and sleep-pattern disruption can now be used to classify addiction risk with reasonable accuracy. 

While no study yet offers specific visuals like hunchbacks, hair loss or toe swelling, the cumulative damage of poor posture, chronic neglect of physical health and disrupted sleep could plausibly lead to what might be called a “terrifying future”: weakened musculature, bald patches from nutritional neglect, and lower-limb circulation issues. Experts warn that without behavioural change, your smartphone might not just steal attention - it could reshape your body and life. The message is clear: it’s time to disconnect, before your “future self” pays the price.