Aside depression, anxiety and been bullied, the difference between kids with smartphones and kids without them can show up in lots of ways — both positive and negative.

For instance, Kids With smartphones have access to Information: They can quickly look up answers, learn new things, or get help with homework.

They enjoy Social Connectivity cos it's easier to stay in touch with friends and family, especially via messaging or social media.

They master tech skills with less stress as they tend to become more tech-savvy early on.

Screen Time: Risk of excessive usage, leading to less physical activity or sleep.

Distraction: Easier to lose focus on schoolwork.

Social Pressure: Exposure to cyberbullying, FOMO, or unrealistic social comparisons.

Privacy Risks: May not fully understand online safety or data privacy.

On the other hand, kids without Smartphones enjoy fewer distractions as they are more likely to stay focused in school and during face-to-face conversations.

More Real-World Interaction: Tend to spend more time in physical activities or creative play.

Less Exposure to Harmful Content: Reduced chances of seeing inappropriate material or being cyberbullied.

On the negative perspective, they suffer from the following:

Social Isolation: Might feel left out if peers mostly interact online.

Slower Digital Literacy: Could lag behind in tech familiarity.

Communication Limitations: Harder for parents to contact them when they’re out.