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UK Commissioning Research on How to Study Smartphone Impacts

UK gov to research on how to research children and tech.

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Research Links Smartphone at 12 to Depression, Obesity, Sleep Issues

Early smartphone use associated with worse outcomes.

Boys Online Culture: What Parents Need to Know

New research reveals how digital spaces shape young men

Australia Social Media Under 16 Research: Medical Journal Supports Ban 2025

Medical Journal of Australia supports precautionary approach to social media ban for under-16s despite limited evidence of direct harm.

Screen Time and the Developing Brain: Are ‘iPad Kids’ at Risk?

Passive screen use in young children may impair attention, social skills, and sleep-wake patterns.

Research reveals “non-existent” enforcement of industry-led standards on loot boxes

UK self-regulation on loot boxes fails kids as few games disclose presence or odds

Gaming addiction starts in primary school as screen time soars: new research

Australian research shows gaming addiction emerging in primary‑aged children, highlighting early vulnerability.

Montreal Study Flags Data Collection in Kids’ Games

Gaming companies collecting your child's info

Children’s screen use and emotional problems fuel each other over time

Children who spend excessive time on screens are at greater risk of developing mood and behaviour problems, new ACU research has found.

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UK Commissioning Research on How to Study Smartphone Impacts

UK gov to research on how to research children and tech.

Research Links Smartphone at 12 to Depression, Obesity, Sleep Issues

Early smartphone use associated with worse outcomes.

Boys Online Culture: What Parents Need to Know

New research reveals how digital spaces shape young men

Australia Social Media Under 16 Research: Medical Journal Supports Ban 2025

Medical Journal of Australia supports precautionary approach to social media ban for under-16s despite limited evidence of direct harm.

Screen Time and the Developing Brain: Are ‘iPad Kids’ at Risk?

Passive screen use in young children may impair attention, social skills, and sleep-wake patterns.

Research reveals “non-existent” enforcement of industry-led standards on loot boxes

UK self-regulation on loot boxes fails kids as few games disclose presence or odds

Gaming addiction starts in primary school as screen time soars: new research

Australian research shows gaming addiction emerging in primary‑aged children, highlighting early vulnerability.
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