The genie is out of the bottle. Smartphones and smartwatches have integrated into everyday life, making excessive demands on our time and attention, complicating the online engagement of youth.
Jonathan Haidt argues in 'The Anxious Generation' that smartphone use has dramatically increased teenage mental illness, particularly among girls, advocating for significant collective action to address this issue.
Critics of Haidt suggest he oversimplifies the challenges posed by smartphones, yet policymakers globally are considering stricter regulations to protect children's mental health in the digital age.
While the UK has stringent online child protection laws, there is concern about actual implementation, as recent governmental guidance encourages schools to limit students' phone usage.
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