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Do Young People Need Smartphones? A Parent and a Teen Weigh In.

Terms of Service with Clare Duffy

CHAPTER

Navigating Smartphone Ownership for Kids

This chapter explores the challenges parents face regarding smartphone access for their children, particularly during the critical middle school years. It introduces the 'Wait Until 8th' initiative, advocating for delaying smartphone ownership to foster independence and combat potential mental health issues. The discussion emphasizes the need for intentionality in technology use, family conversations about its role, and alternative communication options like smartwatches.

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