The Daily Digest: Screening Screen Time

the-bigger-picture · the-daily-digest · 10 Jan 2019 · 14 mins listen

Most parents are anxious about how screentime could affect children's development. However, a new review suggests there is little evidence that screentime harms children. But how accurate is this study? While another study claims the opposite, we discuss these claims and limitations, and review some guidelines on screentime for children.

Produced by:

Tee Shiao Eek and Tina Carmillia

Presented by:

Tee Shiao Eek,Tina Carmillia and Juliet Jacobs

Categories:

Health Policy,Diseases and Conditions,Mental Health,Healthy Living,Fitness,Science,Medical Innovation and Technology,Social Issues

Tags:

screentime, children, child development, screens, gadgets,Daily Digest, Bigger Picture

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