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Phones out of the bedroom at night

Phones out of the bedroom at night

Charge all phones in a shared room, parents included.

Why It Matters (Clinical Guidance)

  • Teens need 8 to 10 hours of sleep.
  • Night-time scrolling is linked to low mood.
  • It works best when parents do it too.
Primary Citation: AAP 2026; sleep research
Last checked: October 2026 • Medical review panel forming