The Impact of Smartphones on Adolescent Mental Health
Words: 593 Pages: 2 6026The proliferation of smartphone technology has profoundly affected society, especially in the lives of young people. Jean Twenge, a prominent psychologist, has coined the term "iGen" to describe the generation born after 1995, which is at an increased risk of mental health issues such as suicide, depression, and delayed adolescence due to their pervasive use of smartphones. While there are benefits to having such powerful technology at one's fingertips, the negative implications on adolescents' mental health and overall well-being are […]