The Evidence
The Evidence is Mounting
"Phones have made kids sedentary, solitary, anxious, and depressed. But, we can reverse the damage."
- World-renowned author and social psychologist, Jonathan Haidt
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The Evidence By: Zach Rausch and Jonathan Haidt
Here is why...
Expert's Advice
We asked some local experts what their thoughts were on giving young people smartphones.
Dr. Samantha Marsh delivers the clear message "whilst the Government eventually take action to regulate screen time and social media, it's up to us as parents to protect our tamariki in the meantime"
Dr Samantha Marsh
Screen Use Researcher
Let's take action to protect our kids' mental health from social media
Physical Health
Dr Rasha Altaie
Paediatric Opthomoligist
Screens and eyesight - What parents need to know.
Dr Jullie Cullen
Paediatric Physiotherapist
Latest recommendations for screen use in schools.
Celia Hogan
Outdoor education expert
Lets talk about the paradox of raising children in the digital age.
Sexual Health
Holly Brooker
Parenting Place & Makes Sense Co-Founder
How can we better protect our children in a digital age?
Rob Cope
Our Kids Online Speaker
How can we keep our children safe online?
Social and Societal Impact
Dr Alex Bonham
Play expert and Politician
How are modern cities and modern technologies changing the landscape of childhood?
Ann Langis
Play expert Educational Consultant & Co-founder of Conscious kids
How do smartphones impact on our tamariki?
Cecila Robinson
Tend Health CEO
Lets raise the minimum age for smartphones to 16!
Mental Health and Brain Focus
Nathan Wallis
Neuroscience Educator
To delay or not to delay? what does the latest research indicate?
Camila Dixon
Social Media Reform Advocate
Raise the minimum legal age for social media access to 16?
Rory Birkbeck
Safesurfer CEO
Why is it important to ensure internet safety for our children?
