
The Science of ParentingAugust 13, 2024
When Should Kids Get a Smartphone?
Teens’ use of smartphones has been blamed for all manner of societal ills. So when should parents take the plunge and equip their kids with these devices?
Jacqueline Nesi is a clinical psychologist and assistant professor at Brown University, author of the newsletter Techno Sapiens, and co-founder of Tech Without Stress. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
When Should Kids Get a Smartphone?
Teens’ use of smartphones has been blamed for all manner of societal ills. So when should parents take the plunge and equip their kids with these devices?