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Unintended Consequences of Giving Kids Phones
Giving kids access to phones can expose them to harmful content and lead to addiction, such as in the case of a young girl who developed an eating disorder. Parents may not realize the negative impact of allowing their kids to have phones, and attempts to restrict usage can result in withdrawal symptoms similar to those of drug addiction. This highlights the need for parents to be aware of the potential dangers of unchecked phone usage among children.
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