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The Economist
The Economist
14 Feb 2025


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Do bans on smartphones in schools improve mental health?

What the early evidence suggests about the effect on students

France has not allowed smartphone use in primary or secondary schools since 2018, claiming that it would help children focus, reduce their social media use and mitigate online bullying. The Netherlands initiated a similar ban in January 2024. Hungary followed suit later that year. Legislators in Britain are considering similar measures. The key question facing them is whether banning smartphones in schools offers any benefits to mental health.

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