It may also mean that they're exposed to food advertising and increased snacking while watching TV. Weight issuesīeing in front of a screen means your child isn't moving. And those who spend more than seven hours show a premature thinning of the cortex (the outer layer of the brain, which processes sensory information). Ongoing studies by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) of more than 4,500 preteens found that those who spent more than two hours a day on screens scored lower on language and thinking tests than those who spent less time on their screens.
And watching violent content may contribute to behavioral problems in children – because they're frightened or because they copy what they've watched. Children who watch too much TV early on – in infancy through preschool – show delays in thinking, language, and social skills. Studies have shown that children who spend more than the recommended amount of time on their screens are more likely to demonstrate hyperactive and inattentive behavior, act impulsively, and make poorer decisions. Kids on their screens are missing opportunities to interact with their parents, other adults, and other children. Parents' biggest worry is how screen time might hurt development, and there is good reason to be concerned. Social, emotional, and behavioral development And it's especially useful in helping children maintain relationships with loved ones who live far away. Engaging in conversations with caring adults, even over a screen, lets young children practice social skills. Video chats with family and friends – who live far away or are traveling away from home, for example – are also considered an exception to screen time. Though some adverse effects of prolonged screen time (like not getting enough exercise and a negative impact on sleep) still apply. If your child participates in virtual learning, that doesn't count toward the screen time limits experts recommend. And then in school or on playdates, your kid may be using devices or playing games they don't have access to at home. You might not think twice about letting your child fiddle with your phone or look at a book on your tablet, and it's tempting to share silly YouTube videos or cute photos on Instagram. Using a computer, phone, and tablet for any reason.Watching videos on platforms like YouTube.
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