NEW YORK POST
Children should be prohibited from screen time until the age of 3 as it can lead to developmental delays, a new study published in JAMA Pediatrics found.
Researchers at Drexel University discovered that babies and toddlers who are allowed screen time are more likely to display atypical sensory behaviors associated with neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
The team analyzed data on the television- and movie-watching habits of 1,471 kids younger than 2, as reported by their parents.
The researchers found that 1-year-olds granted screen time had a 105% higher likelihood of experiencing sensory processing issues at 33 months old.
These children were more likely to engage in concerning behaviors such as disengaging or showing a lack of interest in activities, responding slowly to stimuli, seeking more intense environmental stimulation, or feeling overwhelmed by sensations like loud sounds or bright lights…
