New Research: Teens Weigh in on School Cell Phone Policies

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Schools, state legislature unsubscribing to student cell phone use

Jolie Peal

Nebraska Public Media

Mar 18, 2025

Digital Wellness Lab Research Director Dr. David Bickham discusses balancing upsides such as connectivity with downsides such as distraction in phone use at school.

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