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Prev Med Rep June 2023 PMID 37223568

Correlates of screen time in the early years (0-5 years): A systematic review.

S L C Veldman, T M Altenburg, M J M Chinapaw, J S Gubbels

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The discussions highlight interest in how factors like household norms and parental screen habits affect early childhood screen time, with users emphasizing the importance of environmental influences. The tone varies from supportive to analytical, with some discussing potential interventions based on the findings, demonstrating a meaningful engagement with the research's implications.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the findings of the review, with some expressing support for the identified factors influencing screen time.

InterestHigh interest

The discussions show a high level of curiosity about the research, with users referencing specific factors like parental habits and household norms.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants delve into the implications of the research, referencing examples such as household device presence and parental influence, indicating thoughtful engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The conversations suggest the research could influence future policies or parental practices about young children's screen exposure, though the consensus on direct impact is moderate.

Abstract in brief

  • Most young children engage in high levels of screen time, and understanding factors that influence this can help develop better interventions.
  • The review found moderate evidence linking factors like having electronic devices in the bedroom, parental screen time, and household norms to increased screen time, while sleep duration and physical activity are negatively associated.
  • There is no clear link between many factors such as child sex, BMI, number of siblings, or socioeconomic status and screen time, highlighting the need for more high-quality research to better understand these influences.]
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