A new USF study reveals that smartphone use can enhance well-being in kids, though frequent social media posting may harm mental health.

New research suggests giving kids smartphones too early could come with serious mental health risks. The study links early phone use to anxiety, low self-worth, and even suicidal thoughts.

Try to prevent screen addiction The study makes clear that parents should try to help kids avoid these kinds of addictions.

Kids with smartphones report higher well-being than expected, study finds The first-of-its-kind, long-term study from USF also found 1 in 5 kids turns to reputable news outlets, but many never use ...