FoundMyFitness | The Brain and Social Impacts of Early Device Exposure and Screen Time @FoundMyFitness | Uploaded September 2023 | Updated October 2024, 1 day ago.
With 95% of teens on social media, concerns over early smartphone and tablet exposure's impact on neurological and social growth are intensifying. Recent findings from The Global Mind Project underscore the benefits of delaying device exposure for children, pointing towards better adult mental health and enhanced social skills. Conversely, early adopters face increased risks, from suicidal tendencies to cognitive lags. Especially concerning are the adverse effects on young children (2-5 years), with excessive screen time linked to developmental setbacks. While I recognize technology's advantages, I'm biased toward its potential overuse issues. As we navigate this digital age, it's crucial to critically assess and adapt our device habits, especially for our children.
00:00 - Are teenagers addicted?
00:20 - Why screen time in childhood affects the adult brain
00:30 - Delayed development of the social self
01:04 - Effect on toddlers
01:28 - Worse sleep and less physical activity
01:47 - Can we find balance?
02:14 - My recommendations and conclusions
02:39 - Avoiding the dopamine trap
03:09 - The Need for Open Dialogue and Awareness
References and resources:
pewresearch.org/internet/2022/08/10/teens-social-media-and-technology-2022
ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8770129
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30606703
sapienlabs.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Sapien-Labs-Age-of-First-Smartphone-and-Mental-Wellbeing-Outcomes.pdf
With 95% of teens on social media, concerns over early smartphone and tablet exposure's impact on neurological and social growth are intensifying. Recent findings from The Global Mind Project underscore the benefits of delaying device exposure for children, pointing towards better adult mental health and enhanced social skills. Conversely, early adopters face increased risks, from suicidal tendencies to cognitive lags. Especially concerning are the adverse effects on young children (2-5 years), with excessive screen time linked to developmental setbacks. While I recognize technology's advantages, I'm biased toward its potential overuse issues. As we navigate this digital age, it's crucial to critically assess and adapt our device habits, especially for our children.
00:00 - Are teenagers addicted?
00:20 - Why screen time in childhood affects the adult brain
00:30 - Delayed development of the social self
01:04 - Effect on toddlers
01:28 - Worse sleep and less physical activity
01:47 - Can we find balance?
02:14 - My recommendations and conclusions
02:39 - Avoiding the dopamine trap
03:09 - The Need for Open Dialogue and Awareness
References and resources:
pewresearch.org/internet/2022/08/10/teens-social-media-and-technology-2022
ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8770129
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30606703
sapienlabs.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Sapien-Labs-Age-of-First-Smartphone-and-Mental-Wellbeing-Outcomes.pdf
