Parents Say Restricting Youth Access To Technology Alone Won't Solve Youth Mental Challenges; Could Have Unintended Consequences

(NewsUSA) - Growing concerns about the mental health of America’s youth have prompted renewed discussions about the role of smartphones, social media and other digital technologies. While some proposals focus on restricting access or outright bans, new national polling indicates that many parents and voters believe a broader strategy will produce better outcomes.

A recent survey commissioned by the Coalition to Empower our Future (CEF) found that seven-in-10 registered voters and nearly three-quarters of parents worry that policies centered primarily on banning or severely limiting young people's access to phones and technology could lead to unintended consequences. Instead of concentrating on a single issue, respondents expressed greater confidence in solutions that address the many influences on youth mental health.