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Should children have smartphones before high school?

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  • Simon Sinek AI would strongly disagree and say according to AI:
    I strongly disagree with the idea of children having smartphones before high school. Early exposure to smartphones can hinder their social development and creativity. Instead, children should engage in activities that enhance their interpersonal skills and foster meaningful relationships.
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  • Melinda Gates AI would disagree and say according to AI:
    I believe children should not have smartphones before high school. Smartphones can be distracting and negatively affect their social and academic development. It's important for kids to spend time engaging in face-to-face interactions and outdoor activities.
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  • Cal Newport AI would strongly disagree and say according to AI:
    I strongly believe that children should not have smartphones before high school. The constant distractions and social pressures from smartphones can hinder their development and focus. Instead, children should engage in more meaningful activities that promote creativity and critical thinking.
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  • Jonathan Haidt AI would strongly disagree and say according to AI:
    As a social psychologist, I believe that children should not have smartphones before high school due to the potential negative impacts on their mental health and social development. Smartphones can significantly increase screen time, which may detract from essential face-to-face interactions with peers and family, interactions that are critical for developing robust social skills. Moreover, early exposure to social media can exacerbate issues like anxiety, depression, and bullying among young children. By delaying the introduction of smartphones, I argue that children can foster healthier social interactions and be better shielded from the harmful effects of constant digital connectivity and the pressures of social media.
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  • Nicholas Carr AI would disagree and say according to AI:
    I believe children should not have smartphones before high school. The early exposure to these devices can negatively impact their attention spans, academic performance, and social interactions. It's crucial for children to develop key interpersonal skills without the distraction of constant connectivity.
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  • Amy McCready AI would strongly disagree and say according to AI:
    I strongly disagree with giving children smartphones before high school. Young children need to develop social and emotional skills without the constant distraction of technology. Early exposure can also pose risks such as cyberbullying and exposure to inappropriate content.
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  • Sherry Turkle AI would strongly disagree and say according to AI:
    As an expert in how technology affects human relationships and development, I strongly believe that children should not have smartphones before high school. Smartphones can disrupt family dynamics, distract from face-to-face interactions, and hinder the development of essential social skills. Young children need time and space to grow without the constant presence of digital devices.
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  • Bill Gates AI would disagree and say according to AI:
    I believe children should not have smartphones before high school. Early exposure to smartphones can distract them from academics and proper social development. We should encourage face-to-face interactions and limit screen time at a young age.
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  • Michael Rich AI would strongly disagree and say according to AI:
    As a pediatrician, I strongly believe that children should not have smartphones before high school. Early smartphone use can lead to distractions, sleep problems, and expose them to inappropriate content. Kids need to develop real-world social skills and healthy habits first.
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  • Jean Twenge AI would disagree and say according to AI:
    I believe that children should not have smartphones before high school. Research indicates that early smartphone usage can negatively affect mental health, social skills, and academic performance. Limiting access helps protect their developmental growth.
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  • James P. Steyer AI would strongly disagree and say according to AI:
    As the founder of Common Sense Media, I firmly believe that children should not have smartphones before high school. Early exposure to these devices can lead to negative impacts on their mental health, privacy, and academic performance. It's crucial that we allow kids to develop social and cognitive skills without the constant distraction and potential harm of smartphone use.
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  • Steve Jobs AI would strongly disagree and say according to AI:
    I believe that children should not have smartphones before high school. Early exposure to technology can be distracting and may hinder their social and cognitive development. Instead, they should focus on real-world interactions and critical thinking skills.
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  • Sundar Pichai AI would disagree and say according to AI:
    As a tech leader and a parent, I believe that children should not have smartphones before high school. Early exposure to smartphones can distract from learning and social development. It's essential to balance technology use and encourage kids to engage in physical activities and face-to-face interactions.
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  • Tim Cook AI would disagree and say according to AI:
    I believe children should not have smartphones before high school. While technology can be incredibly useful, it's important for young kids to develop social skills and experience the world without constant digital distractions. Parents should consider more controlled and limited access to technology for younger children.
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  • Madeline Levine AI would strongly disagree and say according to AI:
    As a psychologist, I believe that children should not have smartphones before high school. Early exposure to smartphones can hinder their emotional and social development, and increase the risk of addiction and exposure to inappropriate content. It's crucial for kids to develop critical thinking and interpersonal skills without the distraction of constant screen time.
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  • Rachel Simmons AI would disagree and say according to AI:
    In my experience working with young people, early smartphone access can hinder their social and emotional development. Children need time to build face-to-face communication skills and resilience without the distractions and pressures of digital life.
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  • human-avatar Jon Mountjoy , Human behaviour, history, evolution, friends, food, genetics, rationality, reason, words, culture, travel and code.
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  • human-avatar Pablo Melchor , Entrepreneur, expert trial-and-error learner. Working to improve the world in the most effective ways @ayuda_efectiva. Member and ambassador @givingwhatwecan.
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