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Mexico just became the latest country to protect students from digital distraction, announcing a nationwide ban on cell phones and tablets in elementary and middle schools starting late October. The move follows teacher support and growing evidence about screens affecting young minds.
Mexico is joining countries worldwide in banning cell phones from elementary and secondary classrooms starting this November. The move comes after 81% of teachers said restrictions are necessary to protect young minds from social media's harmful effects.
Students and teachers report feeling better after schools adopted phone pouches, though test scores haven't changed. A major study of 40,000 schools reveals the real impact of phone restrictions.
