In recent years, the usage of smartphones among young people has increased significantly, and many of them spend hours daily on their phones. This essay aims to explore the reasons behind this. It also outlines that it is a negative development.One reason why children spend many hours on their smartphones is that they have easy access to social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter, etc. In part, they want to connect with their family and peers on those platforms, where they can share their daily experiences. For instance, international students who live across the country to study use their smartphones to video call with their relatives. This can be positive in some ways.Another reason why children spend many hours on their smartphones is the availability of entertainment options. Children can download games, music, and movies on their smartphones and spend several hours watching, listening, or playing.Considering the effect of this trend, it can be harmful to a great extent, as ch...