"Look Up Hong Kong: Delay Smartphone Use for Kids Until Age 14"

Look Up Hong Kong advocates for delaying smartphone use among children until age 14, citing rising concerns over mental health issues like anxiety and depression among young users.

A recent survey by the nonprofit organization Look Up Hong Kong revealed that over 50% of children aged 6 to 10 in Hong Kong currently own a smartphone.
The campaign emphasizes the potential impact of early smartphone use on childrens mental health, including increased anxiety and depression (mood) linked to social media exposure.
Look Up Hong Kong calls for parents to foster psychological resilience in their children by postponing smartphone adoption until age 14, aligning with concerns about peer group pressures.

Why It Matters

This initiative reflects growing awareness of the effects of the Information Age on youth, as early smartphone use is increasingly associated with mental health challenges, necessitating proactive parenting strategies.