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Should mobile phones and tablets be allowed at family mealtimes?
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Selected thesis
Mobile phones and tablets should be allowed at family mealtimes.
Pros
Cons
Pro claim 1
These devices can make family mealtimes less stressful.
Pro claim 2
Families can bond by sharing their favorite online content at mealtimes.
Con claim 1
Daily screen time is already too high without adding more during family meals.
Con claim 2
Using devices at family mealtimes stops kids from developing social skills.