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Phones creating 'epidemic of disconnection' in families, says Princess of Wales

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The Princess of Wales has said smartphones and computer screens create "an epidemic of disconnection" within families.

Other Related Coverage

  • Young people say smartphones 'almost essential' | BBC News
  • Britain's Princess Kate warns screen time feeds 'epidemic of disconnection' | Reuters
  • Kate warns too much screen time damages family life | BBC News
  • Princess Kate launches impassioned plea to parents over phones as she warns generation of kids are becoming ‘isolated’ | The Sun
  • Princess of Wales urges parents to be 'fully present' with their children and laments 'epidemic of disconnection' | Daily Mail

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