Excessive screen time negatively affects language and social development in young children. For each minute spent in front of screens, kids hear significantly fewer words from adults, hindering their cognitive and emotional growth. Several cases illustrate this issue; James, at 23 months, displayed behavior problems related to his smartphone use, while 3.5-year-old Elissa struggled with language skills and social interactions. Pediatricians underscore the importance of real interactions over screens in early development. Many parents resort to screens for convenience, often believing they are choosing educational content, despite the lack of regulatory evaluation.
Excessive screen time can delay language and social development in young children. For every minute of screen time, kids hear six fewer words from adults. Kids need real interactions—not screens—for strong cognitive and emotional growth.
James, a 23-month-old, experienced 'dysregulation' when denied access to a smartphone, while Elissa, 3.5 years old, could not respond to her name or follow directions.
Pediatricians recognize that the first three years of life are crucial for children's development, and excessive screen exposure can inhibit this growth.
Parents often hand their child a device as a quick fix to calm them, believing educational programs will suffice, even without independent verification.
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