Parental techno-reference - regular disruption of face-to-face interactions between parents and children due to the use of a screen device - has an impact on child mental health, family relationships, and children's cognitive development.
Researchers found that tots tend to mimic their parents' device dependence - meaning the more mom and dad indulge in screen time, the more baby fiends for screens.
The findings echo those of Drexel University analysts, who recently discovered that babies and toddlers with screen time privileges are more likely to display atypical sensory behaviors associated with neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Tulviste's research reinforces the recommendation - and suggests adults become more mindful of their machine usage, too.
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