03/19/2026
New research is raising serious questions about when kids should get smartphones 📱
Studies are finding that children who start using smartphones before age 13 are more likely to experience:
• higher rates of anxiety and depression
• poorer sleep
• increased social pressure and comparison
Early adolescence is a critical window for brain development—and constant connectivity may be adding stress at a time kids are least equipped to handle it.
This isn’t about fear or banning tech altogether. It’s about timing, guidance, and how these tools are used.
Maybe the real question isn’t “Does my child want a phone?”
It’s “Are they ready for what comes with it?”
What do you think—should we be waiting longer before giving kids smartphones?
