A sweeping new global study has found that children who receive smartphones before the age of 13 face significantly higher risks of poor mental health outcomes, including depression, suicidal thoughts, aggression, and low self-worth.
The research, which surveyed millions across 160 countries, highlights that early exposure to smartphones and social media is particularly harmful for girls, but affects both genders. Experts are urgently calling for parents to delay giving smartphones to children until at least age 13, citing the profound impact on brain development, behavior, and emotional well-being. The findings have sparked renewed debate about screen time, digital addiction, and the role of technology in childhood development.
Mental health professionals and scientists are advocating for stricter guidelines and greater parental awareness to protect young minds from the dangers of early smartphone use.
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