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New government research indicates that increased screen time may be linked to poorer vocabulary development in toddlers.

The time children and teens spend video gaming, scrolling through social media or watching TV could be putting their future heart health at risk, a new study says. Each additional hour of screen time ...

Mental health disorders, especially depression and anxiety, rank among the leading causes of disability worldwide.

New research following children for more than a decade links high screen exposure before age two to accelerated brain maturation, slower decision-making, and increased anxiety by adolescence.

Experts say early and excessive use of screens may fuel emotional struggles and behavioral problems in children. Learn about preventative measures and the need for thoughtful screen use at a young age ...

Researchers in Denmark show that every extra hour of daily screen use in kids and teens increases cardiometabolic risk, but getting enough sleep may help protect their hearts. Study: Screen Time Is ...

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - Constant exposure to screens can contribute to a variety of negative impacts on young minds, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. Areas where children and ...

A new, large-scale study published in the Journal of Human Development and Capabilities reveals how smartphone ownership in childhood may be derailing young people’s mental health. The study included ...

Excessive screen time, particularly on social media, is linked to increased mental health challenges in teens. Teens with high screen time are more likely to experience anxiety, depression, and ...