The findings led by researchers from 20 Latin American countries found that book exposure and shared screen time with adults could boost language skills in toddlers.
World Mental Health Day, observed annually on October 10, aims to raise awareness and combat stigma. Behavioral issues such as aggression, anger, along with depression and anxiety disorders, have seen a significant rise in recent years.
Scientists from Estonia surveyed the parents of over 400 children about their own screen use, their children’s screen time, and the children’s language skills. Published in Frontiers in Developmental Psychology, the study found that parents with high screen usage often have children with similar habits, and increased screen time in children is linked to weaker language skills.
Techarc, a market research firm, released the report on Mother's Day, based on a survey of 600 working mothers from four metro cities. The mothers had at least one child in grades 3-10.
Contrary to the popular belief that reducing screen time may increase productivity, a new study has indicated that mindful use of smartphones, without minimising screen time, enhances productivity.
Parents can now encourage children to spend more time with apps they approve of by designating them as "always allowed," even when their screen time limit is up.
The findings indicate that boys, who played video games at age of 11 had 24 per cent fewer depressive symptoms three years later, whereas girls who used social media most on days at age 11 had 13 per cent
According to the study, a significant relationship between physical activity, healthy diet, and optimal sleep (7-9 hours) was associated with less frequency of depressed mood.
While other studies have found such a connection between spirituality and positive emotions, the new study is significant because frequent texting over smartphones made it easier to capture respondents'
