study has found screen use for children is linked to long-term problems with attention, self-control and planning.
The University of Auckland study - which pulled together research from around the world - found 81 percent of 58 studies showed at least one negative link between screen use and the brain's executive function, or management system.
Lead researcher Claire Reid said the study found "a really clear pattern" that higher or problematic screen time predicted difficulties in attention and focus, planning, impulse control, and that it could result in long term physical changes to children's brains.
"Your [brain's] executive function is really fundamental to many important life outcomes. It's been proven to predict or linked to things such as helping learning, your academic success, your social success, your wealth, your career, and emotional regulation - wellbeing, mental health and resilience," said Reid, who is a PHD student at the School of Psychology.
Read the full article at RNZ.
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As the world digitises, children and adolescents are increasingly using digital technologies. These devices offer benefits such as exposure to social contacts and support, potential learning opportunities and access to health promotion material. However, along with these benefits, emerging evidence is indicating that frequent, extended use of digital devices is associated with negative impacts on the health and wellbeing of children and adolescents.
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