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Ep 6: Are Smartphones Stealing Childhood?

Raising Parents with Emily Oster

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The Smartphone Dilemma

This chapter examines the profound effects of smartphones on children's mental health and attention spans, questioning if current worries about screen time are valid or a moral panic. As millennials navigate a technology-saturated world, insights from teenagers reveal struggles with focus and the influence of smartphone culture on hobbies and overall well-being. Research and personal reflections highlight the cognitive decline linked to constant digital interruptions and the yearning for a more balanced life away from screens.

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