A sweeping global study has found that giving children smartphones before age 13 is strongly associated with poorer mental health outcomes later in life.
Researchers surveyed nearly 2 million people across more than 160 countries and found early smartphone ownership increases risks of depression, suicidal thoughts, aggression, and low self-worth, especially among girls. The study highlights that excessive screen time and early exposure to social media can disrupt sleep, emotional regulation, and social development. Experts are urging parents to delay giving smartphones to preteens and to limit screen time for young children.
The findings have sparked calls for policy changes and renewed debates about the appropriate age for smartphone and social media use.
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