Digital technology, including social media and generative artificial intelligence (AI), is here to stay. But research and public opinion are divided on the benefits versus harms, especially for youth.

Once called the ‘silent epidemic,’ dementia is far from silent. For years, experts have painted a bleak picture about so-called digital dementia, a term that says smartphones, computers and other ...

The baby boomers are the first generation that has navigated adulthood using digital technology. The oldest baby boomers were around 25 when the first e-mail was sent; they were the first generation ...

As smartphones and tablets become increasingly embedded in daily life, a growing body of research is raising alarms about their subtle yet significant effects on young children. A new study published ...

Teachers’ and students’ use of artificial intelligence in K-12 classrooms is increasing at a rapid pace, prompting serious concerns about the potentially negative effects on students, a new report ...