University of Washington researchers to explore impacts of cellphone bans in schools

SEATTLE — Safety is top of mind for many as the school year gets underway, especially as some local schools ban cellphones in the classroom. 

Now researchers at the University of Washington are looking into the impacts these cellphone bans may have on students, teachers and parents.  

“There’s very little research out there and compare the efficacy of different policies,” said Lucia Magis-Weinberg, a UW assistant professor of psychology who’s launching a new study on the impacts of cellphone bans in schools.

“Many classrooms require students to leave [cellphones] in the front or a basket,” said Magis-Weinberg. “What’s bit newer are the pouches. Students always

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