A sweeping new global study has found that children who receive smartphones before the age of 13 face significantly higher risks of mental health issues, including depression, suicidal thoughts, aggression, and low self-worth as they grow older.
The research, which surveyed millions across more than 160 countries, highlights that early exposure to smartphones and social media is particularly harmful to girls. Experts are urgently calling for parents and policymakers to delay smartphone access and restrict social media use for preteens, citing the profound impact on developing brains and emotional well-being. The findings also point to increased behavioral problems, sleep disturbances, and screen addiction among young users.
Mental health professionals warn that the widespread early adoption of smartphones could have lasting consequences for an entire generation.
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