Parents are considering banning smartphones for their children due to peer pressure in the classroom.
The Smartphone Free Kids Movement (SFC) launched an online pledge to keep children off devices until they are at least 14 years old, providing moral support for the debate.
Mike Lawrence, a parent, highlighted the importance of parents coming together and signed the agreement along with many others at North Berwick school, emphasizing the need to address the issue at home.
The agreement, along with its leaderboard, has provided a platform for parents across the UK to unite in their decision not to allow their children smartphones until a certain age, fostering a supportive community.
A significant number of schools and parents have joined the initiative, aiming to address concerns about the adverse effects of smartphones on children, including distractions from schoolwork and potential mental health issues.
One parent at Pannal Primary School highlighted the importance of solidarity among parents in implementing the agreement, especially in reassuring families that they are not alone in their decision.
Research reveals that the majority of 12-year-olds in the UK own smartphones, raising concerns about the impact of excessive smartphone use on children’s well-being.
Parents at schools like Coleridge Primary School have expressed concerns about their children’s smartphone use and have found strength in numbers by collectively agreeing to delay giving smartphones to their children.
The agreement has sparked discussions among parents about the changing social media landscape and the need to address the challenges posed by smartphone notifications and online content.
The initiative has garnered significant support from parents and schools, aiming to create a cultural shift towards reducing smartphone use among children for their well-being.
Source: www.theguardian.com
