Kids who stare at screens more likely to have ADHD

By Stephen Beech

Children who spend hours in front of a screen are more likely to develop severe attention-deficit disorder symptoms, according to new research.

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Japanese researchers also found that higher screen time at a young age even alters brain development, leading to "abnormalities".

They say their findings, published in the journal Translational Psychiatry , provide "crucial insights" into the underlying neural mechanisms associating screen time and behavioral issues among school children.

The digital age has made phone and computer screens an integral part of learning, socializing and entertainment.

Globally, screen time among teenagers has surged, accelerated by the isolation and remote learning periods during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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