July 22, 2025

An exploration of the impact of smartphones in childhood on mind health in young adulthood

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Exploration reveals age of smartphone ownership correlates with mind health issues in young adults, suggesting urgent need for preventive measures.

Younger smartphone ownership is linked to significant mental health issues in early adulthood.
Individuals with smartphones before age 13 show a 10% increase in clinical distress compared to those who waited.
The study analyzed data from over 130,000 individuals across 59 countries to assess mind health effects.
Findings highlight the importance of addressing early smartphone exposure to mitigate mental health risks.

Thiagarajan et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Exploration reveals age of smartphone ownership correlates with mind health issues in young adults, suggesting urgent need for preventive measures.