Mobile phone ban at schools: Do rules really help against digital distraction?

Mobile phone ban at schools: Do rules really help against digital distraction?

In Carinthia, a general ban on cell phones has been enforced at elementary schools since last week. This ban not only has an impact on the students, but also raises questions about the media usage behavior of the parents. Eva Maria Adlmann from the country's addiction prevention center draws attention to a common problem: parents often deal with their smartphone more than with their children. While the economic burdens force both parents into the job, many use digital media to quickly distract, which can have negative consequences for the development of children in the long term, says Adlmann. "The parents send a clear message with their behavior: their online life has priority for me," she emphasizes. This dynamic leads to a weakened self -esteem of the children in the decisive early years.

New studies on cell phone bans in schools

But how effective are such bans really? A study by the University of Birmingham questions this and shows that cell phone bans in schools apparently have no positive influence on the psychological well -being or the school performance of the students. At 30 studies examined, which had established different strict regulations for mobile phone use, research came to the conclusion: the students do not benefit from prohibitions. The researchers were unable to determine significant improvements in the areas of concentration or social interaction, such as Lebens-und-erbüben.de

The results throw a new light on the discussion about bans in cell phones in schools. While Adlmann demands mutual rules between parents and schools to deal with the digital challenges, the study emphasizes that bans alone are not sufficient. Instead of concentrating on restrictive measures, schools should consider how they can effectively reduce the actual use of cell phones and social media. A comprehensive approach that also starts outside of school could be the key to combat the negative effects of excessive screen use. The discourse on sensible restrictions and the responsible use of media remains more important than ever.