Mexico City, Mexico – The Mexican president has called for stricter limits on smartphone use by children and teenagers.
She also warned of the growing negative effects of excessive use of electronic devices, especially at night,
which can lead to health, psychological, and educational problems.
Monitoring digital content
The President of Mexico emphasized that excessive smartphone use is a growing challenge for families and educational institutions.
She noted that children are spending long hours in front of screens at the expense of sleep, physical activity, and direct social interaction.
This negatively impacts their development and academic performance.
She stressed the importance of establishing clear guidelines for smartphone use among young people.
She also emphasized the need to reduce nighttime use, given its direct impact
on sleep quality, mental health, and concentration during the school day.
Furthermore, she urged parents to play a more active role in monitoring the digital content
their children are exposed to and setting appropriate times for using electronic devices.
The impact of technology on children
The Mexico president’s remarks come amid growing global discussions
about the impact of technology and social media on children and adolescents.
Several countries are considering or implementing measures to limit smartphone use in schools.
Some countries are also imposing restrictions on minors’ access to certain digital platforms.
Experts believe that limiting excessive phone use, especially before bedtime,
contributes to improved mental health and concentration.
It also reduces the risk of digital addiction, at a time when international calls
are increasing for stricter legislation to protect children in the digital environment.
