Early Smartphone Use Linked to Health and Mental Risks in Teens
TL;DR
Recent large-scale studies show that early and heavy smartphone and social media use are linked to negative effects on teens, including poor sleep, obesity, cognitive decline, and mental health issues, prompting some countries and experts to recommend delaying access and promoting healthier digital habits.
- This is your teen’s brain on phones and social media, according to science The Washington Post
- Upcoming workshop: age limit for cell phones is the smart move Northern Wyoming News
- Children under 12 with smartphones are prone to more health problems, says study The Indian Express
- Study links owning smartphone before age 12 to health risks Jefferson City News Tribune
- It's official—scientists confirm that early smartphone use is associated with increased mental health problems in adolescents Blanquivioletas
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