Does having a smartphone during childhood make a child “safer” when they are outdoors? Is having access to a flashlight, GPS, and a phone to call 911 an essential addition to a child’s outdoor play? What are the downsides or detriments to having a smartphone while playing outdoors? Will children play outdoors as much if they have a smartphone?
In today’s episode, Kelly evaluates this claimed benefit from both Dr. Peter Gray’s perspective and historical and biblical perspectives.
Articles referenced:
Helping Kids (and Ourselves) Use Smartphones Safely
Why Did Teen Suicides (Especially for Boys) Decline Sharply from 1990 to 2005?
The Age Four Transition into Responsible Childhood
The Many Benefits of Video Games
Risky Play: Why Children Seek it and Need it
Scripture referenced:
Psalm 119:89
1 Thessalonians 5:21
Matthew 5:45
Proverbs 22:3
1 Corinthians 6:12
Romans 5:3-4
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