A sweeping global study has found that giving children smartphones before the age of 13 is strongly linked to poorer mental health outcomes in adolescence and early adulthood.
The research, which surveyed nearly 2 million people across over 160 countries, highlights increased risks of suicidal thoughts, aggression, low self-worth, and behavioral issues among early smartphone users. Experts warn that screen addiction and excessive digital media exposure are rewiring young minds and impacting social development. The findings have prompted renewed calls for parents to delay smartphone ownership and for policymakers to consider stricter regulations on children's access to digital devices and social media.
The consensus among researchers is clear: waiting until at least age 13 to introduce smartphones may help protect children's mental health.
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