Mobile phones and other wireless devices that produce electromagnetic fields (EMF) and pulsed radiofrequency radiation (RFR) are widely documented to cause potentially harmful health impacts that can be detrimental to young people. New epigenetic studies are profiled in this review to account for some neurodevelopmental and neurobehavioral changes due to exposure to wireless technologies. Symptoms of retarded memory, learning, cognition, attention, and behavioral problems have been reported in numerous studies and are similarly manifested in autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorders, as a result of EMF and RFR exposures where both epigenetic drivers and genetic (DNA) damage are likely contributors. Technology benefits can be realized by adopting wired devices for education to avoid health risk and promote academic achievement.
Main Findings
- Exposure to EMF and RFR from wireless technologies can have detrimental effects on childhood development, including symptoms of retarded memory, learning, cognition, attention, and behavioral problems.
- These effects are similar to those seen in autism and ADHD, and are likely due to both epigenetic changes and genetic (DNA) damage.
- Adopting wired devices for education can help avoid these health risks and promote academic achievement.