Dr. Alison Yeung

The Smartphone Effect MD

Meet Dr. Alison Yeung, MD

Welcome! I’m a Canadian Family Physician and mother of two. During my time in clinical practice, I’ve seen the unique opportunities and challenges that technologies like smartphones, social media, video games and tablets are posing to my young patients.

I’m passionate about raising awareness and calling out tech companies for taking advantage of young developing minds. I strive to educate families around how to find a healthy tech balance within their homes.

More about me

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Where to find me

With over 130k followers, you’ll find the majority of my content here - clinical insights, current events, research updates and more.
I’ve been featured in several podcasts, and also started my own podcast called Parenting and (Peri)Menopause in 2026 with my co-worker Dr. Julie Maidment.
A free newsletter with blog-style longform content where I share thoughts, insights and research.
I would love to speak at your next event! With extensive experience speaking to healthcare professionals, educators and parents, I offer comprehensive presentations full of research, clinical insights and practical solutions.

When we look up book cover by Dr. Alison Yeung

When We Look Up is officially here!

When I speak to parents, I’m often asked to recommend a resource that helps children understand why delaying smartphones and social media matters. Sometimes, hearing the message from someone other than Mom or Dad makes all the difference.

I struggled to find anything that fit the bill, so I decided to write my own. I'm thrilled to share that When We Look Up is available for purchase!

Illustrated by Canadian educator, Julie Bolton, When We Look Up is a chapter book for children ages 8–12 that helps young readers understand the importance of looking up from screens and connecting with the world around them.

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Have you heard?

It’s hard to capture all the nuance of parenting in the digital world on social media sound bytes – that’s where podcast appearances can be really helpful.

I’ve appeared on a number of podcasts over the past few years, and released my own podcast with my co-worker Dr. Julie Maidment in 2026. Feel free to have a listen!

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