Teens with 'addictive' phone use more likely to be suicidal: Study
The HillFriday, June 20, 2025 at 11:35:16 AM
A new study suggests that teenagers who show signs of "addictive" phone use—like being unable to put their device down—are more likely to experience suicidal thoughts or behaviors. By age 14, roughly 1 in 4 kids exhibited this kind of dependency. Researchers are sounding the alarm about the mental health risks tied to excessive screen time, though they’re careful to note that phones aren’t the sole cause—just a potential red flag.
Editor’s Note: This isn’t just another "phones are bad" scare story—it’s a real look at how compulsive tech use might overlap with deeper struggles in teens. While the study doesn’t prove phones cause suicidal tendencies, it adds to growing concerns about how digital habits could amplify existing vulnerabilities. For parents and educators, it’s a nudge to pay attention not just to screen time, but to what’s happening off the screen too.
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