1. What are some of the negative effects of smartphones mentioned in the discussion?
2. Why is Myra Anubi unsure about giving her daughter a smartphone?
2. Why is Myra Anubi unsure about giving her daughter a smartphone?
3. What was the purpose of the 'Smartphone Free Childhood' movement started by Daisy Greenwell and Clare Fernyhough?
Summary:
Beth and Neil discuss smartphone addiction, especially among children. Neil notices that Beth is distracted by her phone and asks if she's addicted, which leads to a broader conversation about the concerns of excessive smartphone use. They highlight studies showing that girls who spend more time on social media are more likely to experience anxiety and depression, and that smartphones may delay brain development and affect sleep. The program raises the question: "Are kids better off without a phone?" Journalist Myra Anubi shares her struggle about whether to give her 9-year-old daughter a smartphone. While wanting her daughter to fit in with her friends, Myra worries about the potential harm of too much screen time. Daisy Greenwell and Clare Fernyhough launched the 'Smartphone Free Childhood' movement in 2024, encouraging parents to delay smartphone use for their children. This movement quickly grew across the UK and now involves families in 18 countries.
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