As students prepare to head back to school, it’s high time parents and policymakers take stock of how smartphones are negatively impacting Canadian kids.

Self-control is harder for children than it is for adults. That’s why we limit their access to things like sugar and alcohol. Yet most kids have unlimited access to an endless source of distraction: their cellphones — and they’re addicted.

Cellphones are the ultimate gateway drug for children and should be banned from classrooms{ai:summary}<p>As students approach the new school year, concerns grow over the negative effects of smartphones on Canadian children. Many children struggle with self-control, leading to concerns about their excessive smartphone use and potential addiction.  </p><p>Parents and policymakers are urged to reassess children's access to these devices, similar to restrictions on substances like sugar and alcohol. #society</p>

Danny Randell: Disruptive smartphones have no place in school

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