Mobile Addiction in Children: A Lifelong Curse, Not a Convenience
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News18•30-01-2026, 08:36
Mobile Addiction in Children: A Lifelong Curse, Not a Convenience
- •Parents giving mobile phones to children, especially young ones, is leading to severe developmental issues.
- •A three-year-old in Hyderabad showed speech delay, a common problem linked to excessive mobile use, with doctors warning against it.
- •Children are developing 'virtual autism' due to lack of interaction, affecting speech, emotional expression, and social skills.
- •Excessive screen time also causes eyesight damage, obesity, and social isolation, turning into an addiction.
- •Experts recommend no screen time for children under 2 and a maximum of 1 hour daily for 2-5 year olds, with parental supervision and interaction.
Why It Matters: Giving mobile phones to young children can cause severe developmental delays and lifelong problems.
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