The smartphone-free childhood movement is showing unexpected benefits in school athletics. Schools across multiple countries that have implemented phone bans are seeing dramatic increases in sports participation.
"During break times, students are now playing football, running, and engaging in physical activities instead of staring at screens," said one headteacher. "The change has been remarkable."
“Schools across multiple countries that have implemented phone bans are seeing dramatic increases in sports participation.”
Studies show that students at smartphone-free schools are getting an average of 30 more minutes of physical activity per day. Sports teams are reporting increased try-out numbers and better team cohesion.
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