16-year-old Mumbai boy commits suicide after father takes away smartphone: How to address mobile phone addiction

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In a tragic incident, a 16-year-old boy in Mumbai took his own life after his father confiscated his smartphone..

The boy tragically took his own life in Malwani after his father confiscated his phone due to excessive gaming, according to a report by TOI..

Living with his parents in Malwani, the teen had a heated argument with his father on the night of November 16.. Concerned about the constant gaming, the father took away the boy's cellphone, instructing him to go to bed..

Parents are urged to set reasonable limits on screen time, encourage outdoor activities, and engage in open discussions about the responsible use of technology...

-Parents can implement parental control features on smartphones to manage and monitor app usage and screen time..