A sweeping global study has found that children who receive smartphones before age 13 are at significantly higher risk for mental health problems later in life.
The research, which surveyed nearly 2 million people across more than 160 countries, links early smartphone ownership to increased rates of depression, suicidal thoughts, aggression, and low self-worth, especially among girls. Experts warn that excessive screen time and early exposure to social media can disrupt healthy brain development and emotional regulation in children.
The findings have prompted calls from scientists and health professionals to delay giving smartphones to children until at least age 13. Parents are urged to be vigilant about their children's screen time and consider the long-term mental health impacts of early smartphone use.
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