Your child isn’t the only one addicted to a phone, says new study

The ‘tech neck’ time bomb: why 43 million young Americans could cripple U.S. health care within a generation

A spine surgeon warns that smartphone addiction is quietly deforming the spines of Gen Z and Gen Alpha.

Screen time can damage under-twos’ development, landmark study suggests

Exclusive: Researchers call for urgent investigation of risks to babies of tablets, smartphones and other digital devicesScreen time for babies and toddlers under the age of two has been linked with long-term negative effects on health and quality of life and should be avoided, according to a landmark study.It warns that using screens during that period may lead to wide-ranging developmental concerns and calls for further urgent investigation of the risks smartphones, tablets and other digital devices pose to infants. Continue reading...

Screens before age two may come with serious developmental risks, study warns

Researchers say babies and toddlers under two should avoid regular screen time, warning that phones and tablets can displace play, sleep, language exposure, and caregiver interaction.

Just ONE hit of cocaine 'rewires' the brain and may increase risk of addiction, study suggests

Just ONE hit of cocaine 'rewires' the brain and may increase risk of addiction, study suggests

Study: Most Parents, Children Use Screens During Dinner; Experts Warn of Lost Connection

(NaturalNews) A new study published Monday in JAMA Pediatrics found that the majority of parents and their young children use electronic devices during dinner, a ha...

World : Prophet's Mosque Imam Warns Against Screen Addiction, Urges Balanced Recreation

MADINAH, July 10 (Bernama-SPA) -- Imam of Prophet’s Mosque Sheikh Abdulbari Al-Thubaiti has warned against excessive screen time, saying digital addiction can lead to mental distraction, emotional emptiness and weakened family ties.

98% of parents support restricting minors' smartphone use, survey finds

98% of parents support restricting minors' smartphone use, survey finds

Pupils as young as 7 hooked on online games as expert warns of alarming trend

Hong Kong school pupils as young as seven are being referred for addiction counselling for online gaming, with requests for help involving increasingly younger children, a digital habits workshop has heard. Crystal Leung Chui-yee, officer-in-charge of the Sunshine Lutheran Centre, a counselling and treatment centre for problem gamblers, revealed the alarming frontline trend at a workshop organised by Young Post and the South China Morning Post’s student business, SCMP Learn, attended by about 70...

Meta appeals verdict in social media addiction lawsuit

The case centred on a 20-year-old woman who said she became addicted to social media as a child and that it worsened her mental health struggles

This Lifelong Habit Was Linked To A Brain That's Up To 13 Years Younger

Yes, seriously, 13 years!

Revisiting my teenage hangout spots with the vivo X300 FE

With this new content-ready phone, I’m not healing my inner child – I’m celebrating my inner teen!

Telstra hit by fresh Triple Zero fault hours after outage fixed

The telco says a “secondary issue” is stopping some Triple Zero calls from connecting, hours after it declared the day’s outage resolved.

Telstra confirms customers are still having issues calling Triple Zero, more than 12 hours after outage

Telstra customers are still having issues calling Triple Zero after thousands were hit with intermittent outages across the national network on Wednesday.

Overcoming addiction: A Khayelitsha teen's journey from tik to triumph

Overcoming addiction: A Khayelitsha teen's journey from tik to triumph

New research to mark the evolution of mobile shows two in three people use their mobiles to stay connected to loved ones

The top three uses of mobile phones are staying in touch with family and friends (two in three or 66 of people aged 40 and over), social media (54), and banking, budgeting, and managing finances (32), according to new research published by Vodafone Ireland. The research, commissioned among 500 mobile phone users aged 40 and []

1 Small Behavior Change Improves Your Brain Chemistry, According to 201 Studies

It also makes you happier.

What was your screen time last week?

Our parenting columnist describes a ‘digital hangover’ after reading her weekly phone report.

Opinion: Are We Asking the Wrong Question in the Screen Time Debate?

For years, the conversation around young children and screens has been dominated by a fear of too much time, too little interaction and too many missed opportunities for real learning. In many cases, those concerns are justified. After all, research consistently shows that children’s excessive or passive screen use, especially of entertainment-heavy content, can negatively []

New Study Says Parents’ Phone Use Might Be Giving Kids Attachment Issues Later On

It doesn't merit a full-throated denunciation of phones for parents, but it's food for thought.

RHR: Your Mouth is Talking To Your Brain—And You Should Be Listening

What if one of the most overlooked risk factors for cognitive decline isn’t in the brain—but in the mouth? In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris Kresser explores the emerging science linking oral health to brain health. He examines how chronic gum disease may contribute to cognitive decline, Alzheimer’s disease, and Parkinson’s disease through systemic inflammation, direct bacterial migration to the brain, and disruption of the oral-gut-brain axis. Drawing on recent research, Chris explains why periodontal disease should be considered a key factor in dementia prevention, why this conversation remains absent from mainstream care, and practical steps listeners can take to protect both oral and long-term cognitive health. The post RHR: Your Mouth is Talking To Your Brain—And You Should Be Listening appeared first on Chris Kresser.

Police Minister to 'get advice' on legal protections for people in drug overdoses

Mark Mitchell said people were making poor decisions and his message was don't use drugs, following a spate of overdoses.

How a ten-year-old Hungarian girl’s mobile phone saved her life after a villager tried to rape and kill her

Do you have this life-saving function on your kid's mobile phone? mobilephone phone crime criminal children hungarianpolice Continue reading: https://dailynewshungary.com/10-year-old-girls-mobile-phone-save-her-life/

Smartphones Didn’t Ruin Fertility, The Left Did

A new study claims smartphones are the main driver of the collapsing U.S. birth rate, which has fallen by one-quarter since 2007. So did the iPhone eat the kids, or is there another reason Americans aren’t having kids anymore? To answer that, let’s look at the study in question. It basically argues that technology has had a ...

She Found Out Her Mom Stole Her Prescription Pills — Now She Has to Decide Whether to Call the Police on Her Own Mother

This is a really tough spot for a young person to be in... The post She Found Out Her Mom Stole Her Prescription Pills — Now She Has to Decide Whether to Call the Police on Her Own Mother appeared first on TwistedSifter.

Why Do Kids Leave Half-Eaten Snacks Everywhere? Experts Explain

A pediatric nutritionist on why kids abandon snacks mid-bite, and the simple strategies that help your family stop wasting so much food.

Telus wants CRTC to bring back phone locking to prevent theft

Vancouver-based national telecom Telus wants the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) to bring back device locking to prevent fraud and theft. Telus filed an application with the commission in May 2026 seeking a review of Canada’s Wireless Code to add a new, temporary 60-day device locking period for smartphones and other mobile devices. While []

NeNe Leakes Forced to Make a Tough Choice As Her Son Faces New Legal Troubles

The latest news about NeNe Leakes' son is sadly one that many parents in the U.S. can relate to when it comes to dealing with kids with drug addictions.

The ‘gulp’ moment my daughter exposed my tech dependence, and how Gen Z might be the lost generation – Lizzie Marvelly

The ‘gulp’ moment my daughter exposed my tech dependence, and how Gen Z might be the lost generation – Lizzie Marvelly

‘Pretty archaic’: Calls for the introduction of new ways to contact triple zero

​Tech Guide Editor Stephen Fenech calls for new ways to contact triple zero to be introduced following Telstra’s outage. ​“It seems pretty archaic that the only way you can contact triple zero is through a phone network,” Mr Fenech told Sky News host Jaimee Rogers. ​“It is 2026; we should be able to text triple zero or contact them through WhatsApp or FaceTime or Messenger. ​“That way we are covered, so if we’ve lost our cellular connection, at least we’ve got our Wi-Fi, our broadband connection to then facilitate that call.”

You're phone is not as private as you think...

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7 Habits That Are More Important Than Using Antivirus on Your Phone

The biggest threat to your phone isn't malware, it's how you conduct yourself online.

I'm in therapy for my 14-hour-a-day phone addiction and I'm determined to beat it

Addiction treatment centres say more clients are coming for help with out-of-control phone use.

Lulu: Addiction recovery takes courage, commitment and support

The veteran singer is due to speak at an upcoming event on addiction.

Why are people ditching wireless earbuds, and are wired headphones really making a comeback?

Everything old is new again.

Dear Abby: If I love her, do I let her go?

DEAR ABBY: I am the single mom of a 19-year-old daughter who copes with bipolar 2, ADHD, anxiety and depression. She has a mental age that’s younger than her adult self. Over the years, she has gone through therapy and changes in medication. It has been recommended that my daughter attend a residential therapy program, []

Psychiatrist warns excessive screen use may trigger autism-like symptoms, urges strong parental control

Psychiatrist warns excessive screen use may trigger autism-like symptoms, urges strong parental control

Peace of mind at home: Why the landline still matters for Filipino Families

In today’s digital world, staying connected has never been easier. Families communicate via mobile phones, messaging apps, and video calls, but when everyday routines shift or unexpected situations arise, many

Warum das Social Media Verbot die Politik spaltet

Heute legt eine Expertenkommission ihre Vorschläge zum Social-Media-Umgang für Kinder und Jugendliche vor. Statt klarer Kanten gibt es ein Jein“ in zwei Varianten: Entweder gestaffelte Altersgrenzen ab 13 Jahren mit elterlicher Hintertür oder eine rein funktionale Risikobewertung gegen süchtig machendes Endless-Scrolling. Maximilian Stascheit liefert die Details vorab. Mehr dazu auch hier in unserem Technologie []

Gracie Abrams On Her Famous Parents & Nepo Baby Jokes

In a new podcast, Gracie Abrams opened up about the nepo baby discourse and shared how her famous parents impacted her career in music.