How kids’ smartwatches led to anxiety, addiction, and crime

The world needs to learn from China’s bad example.

Should kids wear a smartwatch? Strapping a tracker to a child’s wrist appeals to parents, especially if it also allows communication. It’s comforting to be able to check kids’ location and reach them at any time.

Watches are potentially much better for kids than carrying a smartphone. But in the US, smartphones are clearly the more popular choice. Being…