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201853 minPGdocumentary

8.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Addiction Vaccine Development

Digital Addicts

201853 minPGdocumentary

8.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Children as young as three years old are reported to suffer from mobile phone addiction, raising concerns about their development and long-term health.

Addiction Vaccine Development

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Children as young as three years old are reported to suffer from mobile phone addiction, raising concerns about their development and long-term health.

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Paul Moreiradirector

Adèle Flauxdirector

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Three-year-old children struggle with mobile phone addiction in homes across France. Personal stories reveal the challenges faced by families as excessive screen time impacts development. Experts discuss the effects of constant screen interaction on young brains. Director Paul Moreira presents a stark view of a growing issue that raises concerns for future generations. The 53-minute documentary calls for urgent action from parents and society to address the risks associated with this trend.

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