Association Between Portable Screen-Based Media Device Access or Use and Sleep Outcomes: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

Ben Carter, Philippa Rees, Lauren Hale, Darsharna Bhattacharjee, Mandar S Paradkar

December 2016 JAMA Pediatr

Synopsis of Social media discussions

Discussions focus on the importance of sleep for children's development, with comments like 'sen ma kluczowe znaczenie dla rozwoju,' highlighting their recognition of the study's significance. The tone varies from straightforward summaries to more engaged debates, as seen in comments referencing the sources and linking media use to health outcomes, which underscores the overall high level of interest and perceived impact.

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Most discussions acknowledge the study's findings on the link between media device use and poor sleep, indicating strong consensus.

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Participants show high interest, citing the importance of sleep for child development and referencing the publication specifically.

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The discussions involve some depth, with references to the source, implications for health, and even translations or external links, showing genuine engagement.

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Impact
 High level of impact

The posts suggest that this research influences awareness and potentially policy or behavioral change regarding children's sleep and device use.

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  • Dr.Chris Beck
    @cbeck_Ares3 (Twitter)

    Reference : • Carter B, Rees P, Hale L, Bhattacharjee D, Paradkar MS. Association Between Portable Screen-Based Media Device Access or Use and Sleep Outcomes: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. JAMA Pediatr. 2016;170(12):1202–1208. doi:10.1001/jamapediatrics.2016.2341
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  • Christopher Starke
    @ch_starke (Twitter)

    Ben Carter et al. find a correlation between smartphone use and sleep quality and quantity. https://t.co/PdxIbdpWtr
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    March 6, 2023

  • Polskie_Sluzby
    @PolskieSluzby (Twitter)

    Smartfony i tablety źle wpływają na ilość i jakość snu dziecka. Jak zaznaczają autorzy pracy pt. “Association Between Portable Screen-Based Media Device Access or Use and Sleep Outcomes”, sen ma kluczowe znaczenie dla rozwoju biopsychospołecznego dzieci. https://t.co/B7AeLNMBgf https://t.co/mFgLgK6Gho
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  • Jarthur Micoulaud 〽️
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  • Kevin Okay
    @Kowalaz (Twitter)

    @MrSpringrolls @caimadja Les sources comme d’habitude : Ecrans et sommeil
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Abstract Synopsis

  • The systematic review and meta-analysis examined whether access to or use of portable screen-based media devices like smartphones and tablets is linked to poor sleep outcomes among children and adolescents aged 6 to 19 years.
  • The analysis included 20 cross-sectional studies with over 125,000 participants, revealing a significant association between bedtime media device use and inadequate sleep quantity, poor sleep quality, and increased daytime sleepiness.
  • The findings suggest that the use of portable media devices in the sleep environment negatively impacts children's sleep health, highlighting a potential public health concern.]