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[quote=Anonymous]Completely agree with OP - article is dead on. The statistics are no surprise. I would like to see more studies and stats on the correlation between iPhones and mental health. This is a huge topic and a huge problem. 
There is also a real dilemma for parents. We don’t want our kids to be social outcasts BUT we don’t want them getting sucked into the toxic world of constant internet connection, social media etc. Taking away (or not providing) smartphones is unfortunately NOT realistic, especially by the high school years. 
Middle schoolers should be able to handle a phone but perhaps with very limited access to the internet and social media. My idea is to begin with a lot of limits - control data, content and even time spent on phone. Then give more access as your child can properly handle it. 
There should ALWAYS be limits to time spent on screens. And “place” or situational limits - for example no screens at the dinner table.  No whipping out the phone when you are having a conversation with someone! This is very difficult for many adults as well as teens.  We are all losing our ability to interact with others, adults included. It’s sad. 
Oh and elementary school age kids have absolutely no need for a smartphone. That simply should not be allowed. [/quote]

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