Smartphones Help Divert Teens' Attention From Bad Thoughts Before Sleep, Research Shows | Technology News

Smartphones Help Divert Teens' Attention From Bad Thoughts Before Sleep, Research Shows Smartphones can help provide a distraction to teenagers, diverting their attention from bad thoughts and helping their ability to sleep, according to researchers. A study of 631 adolescents also revealed a higher tendency of app use among youth with existing sleep problems versus those not reporting a sleep problem.