Impact of Smartphones on Creativity and Human Interaction

Lily Allen and David Harbour limit their smartphone use with parental controls and kid-friendly devices. Allen believes smartphones have negatively impacted creativity and human evolution. She regrets past statements being held against her due to social media.

Impact of Smartphone and Social Media Usage on Teen Mental Health

Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt advocates for limiting children's access to smartphones and social media until age 16 to address the epidemic of mental illness among teens. He highlights the dangers of excessive screen time and calls for action to protect young people's mental health.

Impact of Screen Time and Autonomy on American Teenagers' Mental Health

Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt argues that American teenagers are facing a mental health crisis due to too much screen time and too little autonomy. He recommends giving children more independence and delaying access to smartphones. Parents can change laws and norms to support this. Haidt co-founded Let Grow, an organization that promotes childhood independence. He suggests giving children flip phones for communication without internet access. The Anxious Generation also addresses the issue of screen-based habits in young children.

Proposed Ban on Sale of Smartphones to Under-16s in the UK

The British government is considering banning the sale of smartphones to under-16s, causing a split between conservatives and libertarians. Some believe the law could help protect children from the harmful effects of social media, while others see it as an Orwellian and illiberal move.

Impact of Smartphones on Teens' Mental Health

A new Pew Research Center survey found that most teens feel happy and peaceful when they don't have their smartphones, despite high usage rates. Some teens experience negative emotions when separated from their phones. Concerns about social media's impact on mental health have prompted calls for stricter regulations.

Decline in Sexual Activity Among Adults

A recent study shows a decline in sexual activity among young adults and across all adult age groups since the late 1980s. The decline is observed across various religious groups and is consistent with age. Possible factors contributing to this trend include the rise of smartphones and increased focus on social media.