Dec 2, 2025 · Children and adolescents who own smartphones by age 12 have higher risks of depression, poor sleep and obesity, according to a new study.

Jun 25, 2025 · You use your smartphone all the time. And it’s a huge help. But overdoing it can cause health problems. Find out more from WebMD.

Sep 6, 2025 · Getting a smartphone before age 13 may drastically increase the risk of poor mental health later in life, according to data from more than 100,000 people. Early use is …

Jul 22, 2025 · Children, especially girls, who use smartphones before they are 13 years old may have worse mental health outcomes when they’re older, a new study suggests.

Dec 1, 2025 · Twelve-year-olds who owned smartphones were more likely to experience depression and obesity and not get enough sleep than their peers without a smartphone, …

Dec 1, 2025 · A Smartphone Before Age 12 Could Carry Health Risks, Study Says Researchers found higher rates of depression, poor sleep and obesity among tweens who had early access …

Jul 21, 2025 · Kids who used smartphones before age 13 faced sleep disruptions, cyberbullying and negative family relationships, according to a new study.