Screen time can damage under-twos' development, landmark study suggests
A landmark study suggests that screen time for children under two years old can negatively impact physical play, language development, and caregiver bonding. Researchers are calling for urgent policy reviews to address the 'baby blind spot' in current digital safety guidelines.
Why it matters
As digital devices become ubiquitous in parenting, understanding their developmental impact on infants is critical for public health policy.
Screen time can reduce babies’ opportunities for physical play and bonding with caregivers and limit language development, researchers said. Screen time can reduce babies’ opportunities for physical play and bonding with caregivers and limit language development, researchers said. Children's health Screen time can damage under-twos’ development, landmark study suggests Exclusive: Researchers call for urgent investigation of risks to babies of tablets, smartphones and other digital devices
The article reports on scientific findings and expert recommendations without taking a political stance.
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