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Problematic smartphone use in children is associated with negative physical, psychological, and social outcomes, including sleep disturbances and reduced physical activity, though the relationship is complex and influenced by various individual and environmental factors. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.SYNTHESIS. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

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To evaluate the physical, psychological, and social consequences of problematic smartphone use on child and adolescent well-being.

August 31, 2026Open Access

The Impact of Smartphone Addiction on Children's Well-being:A Study of Physical, Psychological and Social Consequences

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To evaluate the physical, psychological, and social consequences of problematic smartphone use on child and adolescent well-being.
Synthesized secondary evidence from peer-reviewed studies, systematic reviews, and international health guidelines using an exploratory and descriptive design.
Evaluated relationships across physical activity, sleep, emotional health, and face-to-face social interactions.
Problematic smartphone use correlates with compromised quality of life, increased sleep disruptions, psychological distress, and reduced physical exercise.
Outcomes vary substantially based on user age, usage motivations, individual behavioral characteristics, and home environment dynamics.
Current literature exhibits critical gaps, notably inconsistent clinical definitions, minimal longitudinal data, and insufficient research from developing nations.

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Evidence review reveals multidimensional well-being impairments from problematic smartphone use in youths, highlighting the need for balanced digital literacy and parental guidance.

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Bhattacharyya et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a956cd5f20e493292a74e77 https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.22169771

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Evidence review reveals multidimensional well-being impairments from problematic smartphone use in youths, highlighting the need for balanced digital literacy and parental guidance.

The Impact of Smartphone Addiction on Children's Well-being:A Study of Physical, Psychological and Social Consequences

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The Impact of Smartphone Addiction on Children's Well-being:A Study of Physical, Psychological and Social Consequences

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