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Pope Francis remarked on our highly digitalized culture, which has seen a staggering impact of cell phone use that affects attention, academic performance, and mental health.
Cell Phones and Teens
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Cell phone pouches return in 2021-2022 to store phones during academic, spiritual, and communal times.
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10 tips to control your cell phone usage from Dean of Students Mr. Lenzini plus links to additional resources.
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Some app engineers and tech industry executives reveal that they design technology with the intent to create addiction.
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We have provided a number of the resources that we have used to educate ourselves about this important issue. We hope you find them helpful.
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