University of South Florida study reveals how smartphones may benefit kids, risks of posting publicly to social media

A new study of young people’s digital media use has revealed surprising results, including evidence that smartphone ownership may actually benefit children.

The study also suggests a link between social media posting and various negative outcomes, as well as data connecting cyberbullying to depression, anger and signs of dependence on digital media.

USF -> Read the article here and the full report here

EDIT: Jon Haidt and Zach Rausch of After Babel have come out to dispute the interpretation of the findings of this study. Read their blog post A Flawed Absolution for Smartphones

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