A sweeping global study has found that children who receive smartphones before the age of 13 face significantly higher risks of mental health problems, including suicidal thoughts, aggression, low self-worth, and poor emotional regulation as they grow older.
The research, which surveyed nearly 2 million people across more than 160 countries, highlights that early smartphone ownership is strongly associated with poorer mental health outcomes in early adulthood, especially among girls. Experts are urging parents to delay giving smartphones to children until at least age 13 and are calling for policies to create safer digital environments for youth. The findings add to growing concerns about the impact of screen time and digital media on childhood development and well-being.
Parents and policymakers are being advised to take action to protect children from the potential harms of early smartphone use.
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