New book 'The Anxious Generation' links smartphones to child anxiety and depression, suggesting limiting their use in elementary and middle school.

New book 'The Anxious Generation' identifies smartphones as a key factor contributing to anxiety and depression in children. Researchers at NYU's Stern School of Business suggest one way to reduce anxiety today is by limiting access to social media and iPhones for kids in elementary and middle school, and encouraging more free play and independence.

May 11, 2024
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