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Struggling students face higher risks from harmful online content via phones, prompting calls for school-led digital safeguards.
A study of 3,721 secondary students in Bristol found that those struggling academically are more likely to encounter harmful content on phones, including material on self-harm, suicide, and eating disorders, often through group chats.
Though most students described themselves as “coasting,” only 10% reported struggling, yet these students experienced higher distress tied to smartphone use.
Researchers found parents overestimated issues like social exclusion but underestimated exposure to illegal or dangerous content and contact from strangers.
Teachers reported widespread fatigue, conflict, and bullying linked to phone use.
While most schools have phone restrictions, about 10% allow some use, and over half of students, especially struggling ones, want more leniency.
The government supports school-led measures, including mental health resources and free breakfast clubs, and is considering social media usage caps.
Los estudiantes con dificultades se enfrentan a mayores riesgos de contenido dañino en línea a través de teléfonos, lo que impulsa los llamados a las salvaguardas digitales dirigidas por la escuela.