A study conducted in Switzerland found that distractions caused by digital devices, also known as “technoference,” do not have a more negative impact on parent-child interactions compared to distractions from non-digital sources. Researchers observed that distractions, regardless of their source, led to impairment in the quality and quantity of parent-child interactions. The study involved 50 parent-child pairs playing together, with some parents being distracted by filling out a questionnaire either on paper or a tablet. The researchers emphasized the importance of parent-child interactions without distractions, highlighting the need for further research in naturalistic settings to fully understand the impact of parental screen use on interactions.
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Study finds ‘technoference’ no worse for parent-child interactions than non-digital distractions
