President Claudia Sheinbaum and the Mexican Youth Institute (IMJUVE) are developing strategies to reduce excessive smartphone use among young people [1].
The initiative aims to combat the negative effects of screen addiction to improve the overall health, and wellbeing of the nation's youth [1]. By prioritizing data collection on usage patterns, the government intends to create evidence-based institutional frameworks to raise awareness about digital habits [2].
Sheinbaum said that data regarding the overconsumption of mobile devices must be treated as a priority to design effective strategies [2]. The collaboration with IMJUVE focuses on creating a system that encourages youth to spend less time in front of screens and more time engaged in other activities [1].
This effort comes as part of a broader push to address the behavioral shifts associated with digital dependency. The government is focusing on creating awareness campaigns that target the specific habits of the youth population, a demographic most susceptible to the risks of prolonged device usage [2].
The plan emphasizes that institutional intervention is necessary to mitigate the impact of technology on mental, and physical health. By integrating IMJUVE's reach with executive priorities, the administration seeks to implement a nationwide approach to digital wellness [1].
Officials are currently prioritizing the gathering of metrics to determine the scale of the issue across different regions of Mexico [2]. These figures will serve as the foundation for the specific policies and educational programs the government intends to roll out to the public [1].
“reduce the time that youth spend in front of screens”
This initiative signals a shift toward treating digital overconsumption as a public health concern in Mexico. By leveraging IMJUVE, the administration is attempting to move beyond simple advice and toward a structured, data-driven government policy to regulate the behavioral impact of technology on the next generation.
