In the past, young people's games were very different from what we see today. With technological development, board games and even outdoor activities have given way to social networks, series, movies and online games. No wonder many parents question: can children really watch television? A recent study suggested yes. Keep reading and check out the explanation.
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Some researchers are already warning that screen time can be bad for younger people, especially for younger ones. Among the harms, we point out the delay in cognitive development and impairments in socialization. What has surprised many is that new work has shown that the time little ones spend watching TV in early childhood can be particularly good for them.
According to the work, which was published in the journal Frontiers in Psychology, screen time linked to television or a mobile device can be beneficial, but it depends a lot on the context in which it is used. it happens.
According to the authors, when the content is appropriate for the age of the child, it is possible to observe positive effects on it, especially when what is being displayed is something aimed at stimulating interaction. They point out that it is necessary to invest in the quality of what is being shown instead of thinking about the quantity in which they are on TV.
In addition, the work highlights that it is important that one of the parents is present when the child is watching so that the experience is better, since they can get involved in the activity and answer possible questions that the young person may ask, since childhood is a period full of questions.
The study reinforces that, although watching television has potential benefits for children, this practice should not replace other activities such as socializing, for example. Therefore, especially for those under 3 years old, it is important to keep in mind that prolonged exposure to screens is not recommended.
