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High screen usage in children linked to poorer outcomes, major study suggests
A global study involving 2.8 million children across 64 countries, published in JAMA Pediatrics, found that high screen exposure is significantly linked to lower academic achievement and language development issues. The study suggests the negative impact of high screen use on child development and mental health is comparable to or greater than factors like family wealth or parental behavior.
Key takeaway: Prioritizing low-screen environments for children is critical as high screen use is associated with significant risks to academic, language, and emotional development.
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