Michael Rich

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.

As a pediatrician, I understand the importance of play in a child's development, but I believe that unsupervised free play in the real world has its risks. With increasing concerns about safety, it is crucial to provide structured and supervised environments where children can play and learn. While independent play fosters creativity, the potential dangers of unsupervised activities in today's society cannot be ignored.