A landmark study reveals that screen time for children under two can lead to long-term health and developmental issues, urging parents to limit exposure to digital devices.
This comes as focus has largely been on teenagers' social media habits
Jun 27, 2026
05:50 pm
What's the storyA new landmark study has warned against the potential long-term health risks and reduced quality of life associated with screen time for babies and toddlers under two years.
As per The Guardian, the research highlights that exposure to screens during this critical developmental stage could lead to a range of developmental issues.
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