But, to varying degrees, we all appear to be contributing to the problem. In fact, most people (89%) admit to using their phones during their most recent social gatherings.

That’s a massive problem considering that 92% of U.S. adults now have a cell phone, and, among them, 90% say their phone is always on hand, and 76% report never or rarely turning them off.

Defending their behavior, 33% of respondents believe that their phone use during social situations frequently or occasionally contributes to the conversation. Taking a group selfie, for example, or showing off some cute pet pics, can be socially beneficial, they say. “