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Some families in New York City are reconnecting their landline phones as parents look for new ways to help kids unplug from ...

The “Brick” is a device that locks chosen apps on your phone until you physically return to it, helping users curb mindless scrolling.

Sleep specialists have long warned of the hazards of bringing smartphones into the bedroom. Now, research has confirmed just how damaging that habit can be. The new study, which surveyed more than ...

I tried this screen time-lowering hack for 2 weeks to help decrease the time I spent on my phone. It worked, but with a few frustrations. Share on Pinterest Xavier Lorenzo/Getty Images I’m part of the ...

Editor’s note: This segment was rebroadcast on Dec. 12, 2025. Click here for that audio. This story is part of our mental health series. Find out more here. For many parents, keeping their child’s ...

A new $50 million program to tackle excess screen time for tweens and teens is a good first step, say parents and experts, ...