A recent study conducted by UC San Francisco found that children aged 9 and 10 who engage in higher levels of screen time are at an increased risk of developing mental health symptoms such as depression, anxiety, conduct issues, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. The study followed 9,538 participants over two years and found that each additional hour of screen time was associated with a 10% increase in depressive symptoms. The study also noted that certain screen activities, such as video chat, texting, watching videos, and playing video games, had a greater impact on mental health. The researchers recommend that parents develop a Family Media Use Plan to address these concerns.
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Screen Use In 9- And 10-Year-Olds Elevates Risk Of Depression, Anxiety, Study Says
