When Should Kids Get Cell Phones?

Published: Nov. 16, 2023, 11:53 a.m.

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There are so many ways technologies, especially cell phones and apps are pushed into the lives of parents. From church youth group communication to homework to friend networking, kids today almost need access to apps and cell phones at younger ages to participate in life. Is this a good rhythm, and if this is happening it begs the question for many parents, when is it best to get kids a cell phone? New groups are coming out demanding a halt on the mass distribution of devices, but Dr. Kathy has some support for parents who are looking to keep their kids eyes up from screens and to have a better sense of how to use technology without allowing technology to use you. She also provides some important insight on how to build in conversations so kids aren't going this digital world alone.

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