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Screen Time's Impact on Kids' Brains: A Global Study
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New study links excessive screen time to long-term struggles in childrens executive function, affecting attention, self-control, and planning skills. Researchers found a clear pattern of negative effects, including brain structure changes, after reviewing fifty-eight global studies. The research highlights the importance of balanced screen use and the potential impact on childrens future success in learning, social skills, career paths, and mental health. New Zealands government considers a social media ban for under-sixteens in response to the findings.
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