A Pew Research Center survey found that nearly three-quarters of teens feel happy or peaceful without their smartphones, but 44% also experience anxiety when disconnected. The study revealed mixed emotions, with 40% feeling upset and 39% feeling lonely without their phones. Gender differences were noted, with more teen girls (45%) feeling lonely without smartphones compared to teen boys (34%).
https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/tech-news/teens-parents-screen-time-happy-peaceful-anxious-rcna142157
