Does spending excessive time on electronic screens—television, tablets, smart phones, computers—affect cognitive and language development in early childhood? With the prevalence of autism increasing ...
Children exposed to high levels of screen time before age 2 showed changes in brain development that were linked to slower ...
Children exposed to high levels of screen time before age two showed changes in brain development that were linked to slower ...
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Compelling theoretical reasons suggest the possibility of a causal link between excessive screen exposure in early life and the development of autistic-like symptoms later on. A large 2020 cohort ...
There should be no phoning it in as a parent. Screen-addicted moms and dads are ruining their kids’ language development skills by typing, texting, tweeting and TikTokking, new data warns. “Parental ...
The health ministry is intensifying its efforts to address the impact of excessive screen time on children’s development. This growing concern was highlighted by a discussion on virtual autism at a ...
On average, children spend a staggering seven to eight hours per day on screens, and one expert is warning that we’re not seeing the full picture of these devastating devices. “Screen time has become ...
CNN — When screening for autism spectrum disorder, a new study suggests that children can be reliably diagnosed with autism at an age earlier than what is currently recommended. Current ...
In response to recent national conversations surrounding autism, the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute hosted a timely panel discussion on September 29, 2025. Moderated by Dr. Diana Robins, the webinar ...
From the earliest months, a healthy baby engages in an astonishing range of social behaviors. Most will begin smiling back at a loved one in the first four months of life. Most will follow a parent’s ...