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These countries are banning phones in schools

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These countries are banning phones in schools
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26/05/2025 18:45 ‧ 6 days ago | StarsInsider

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Excessive use of smartphones has been linked to a number of health problems, but how much impact does it have on students in school? Apart from the European Union, many countries across the world seem to believe that it has serious negative effects, and, as such, bans have been implemented in many places.

A recent study found that extended screen time had an impact on students' sleep, classroom behavior, and levels of exercise, but the impact was no different between schools that allowed phones and those that banned them.

In this gallery, you'll get to know the countries that have banned (or will ban) phones in schools. Click on to discover them.

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