Broward County has banned all cellphone use in school. Palm Beach County school leaders think cellphones can be either a learning tool or a disruption, allowing use only at certain times. Miami-Dade ...

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Chile has enacted a law banning smartphone use in elementary and middle schools to reduce distractions and improve student focus starting in 2026.

People are using smartphones now more than ever — but are these tools hurting us more than helping us? According to the Pew Research Center, 91% of Americans own a smartphone. While they offer ...

Pew Research Center conducted this study to understand how parents of kids ages 12 and younger approach their children’s technology use and screen time. For this analysis, we surveyed 3,054 parents ...

People who are more mindful are less likely to overuse smartphones, and brief mindfulness practices may help curb unhealthy phone habits.