Abstract
In this scoping review, the effects of screen time on cognitive, linguistic, and social-emotional development in children were studied by examining peer-reviewed articles published between 2018 and 2023. A total of 17 peer-reviewed articles were used in the study. The research reported that screen media provide a learning avenue, though it could be detrimental when children spend their time watching more than appropriate screen media. Furthermore, the study indicated that excessive screen media use may harm children’s executive function, which affects academic performance and language development. Related studies have also shown a correlation between excess screen use and problems like obesity, sleep disturbances as well as emotional challenges underscoring the importance of responsible screen practices and parental support. The study also contributes to what parents and educators should do to enable good screen habits in children and further research needs.
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Jannesar, Niloofar; Davenport, Todd E.; and Gietzen, Lindsay
(2023)
"Effects of Screen Time on Children's Brain Development: A Scoping Review,"
Pacific Journal of Health: Vol. 6:
Iss.
1, Article 14.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.56031/2576-215X.1052
Available at:
https://scholarlycommons.pacific.edu/pjh/vol6/iss1/14
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