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science22 hours ago•6 min saved

Early and School-Entry Screen Time Tied to Later Learning Gaps

A longitudinal study of 502 children followed from age 1 to 8 found that greater screen viewing, especially at age 1 and around the start of school (age 6), is linked to poorer academic performance by age 9 and weaker working memory by age 10.5. Timing matters: associations were weaker at ages 2–3 but re-emerged at 6, suggesting infancy and early schooling may be sensitive windows. Reducing screen time during these periods could help cognitive development, though content quality, device type, and parental co-viewing warrant further study.

via Science Daily|

#academic-performance #cognition #early-childhood

science5 days ago•11 min saved

Finnish study finds more childhood screen time linked to sharper teen cognition

A decade-long PANIC study in Finland followed about 260 children from ages 6–8 to mid-teens, tracking movement and screen use and then testing learning and working memory. Contrary to the expectation that more screen time harms minds, teens with higher cumulative screen time performed better on cognitive tests. The researchers stress this is observational and shows associations, not causation; the quality and active engagement of screen use (puzzles, problem solving, learning) likely matter more than hours alone. The study also found sex- and activity-related differences and underscores the importance of movement, calling for intervention studies to clarify causal effects.

via Space Daily|

#cognition #finland #longitudinal-study

technology7 days ago•9 min saved

A Practical Playbook to Cut Your Kids’ Screen Time

Wirecutter offers 10 practical strategies for limiting kids' screen time, including device-level parental controls, screen-time apps, removing YouTube, tightening home-network controls with a router and optional firewall, creating age-appropriate streaming profiles, locking TV apps, leaning on single-use devices, and visible timers or Guided Access on iPhone to reduce friction and promote healthier tech habits.

via The New York Times|

#digital-wellbeing #family-tech #parental-controls

education16 days ago•6 min saved

Unplug and Play: Teachers Share Favorite Screen-Free Activities for Kids

Six teachers recommend screen-free activities to engage kids: classic and strategy board games (Battleship, Sorry!, Jenga, Uno, Ticket to Ride), hands-on building with Unifix cubes and magnetic tiles, cooperative puzzles, DIY escape-room style play or world-building games, plus framing tasks as friendly competitions and outdoor activities with pool noodles and sidewalk chalk; when needed, a motivational digital option like Epic! can supplement reading.

via The Guardian|

#board-games #education #escape-rooms

technology27 days ago•13 min saved

Dots that ride shotgun: iPhone feature aims to curb motion sickness

A BBC piece explains iPhone’s Vehicle Motion Cues, an accessibility setting that overlays moving dots on screen edges to reflect vehicle motion and help users who suffer motion sickness. Experts discuss why visual motion feedback can aid balance, though effectiveness varies. The feature can be enabled in Settings > Accessibility > Motion > Vehicle Motion Cues, with options to adjust size and color and to activate automatically when motion is detected; Android counterparts are rumored to exist. The piece also notes broader concerns about screen time as devices integrate more into everyday life.

via BBC|

#accessibility #iphone #motion-sickness

entertainment1 month ago•9 min saved

Ed Harris Threatened to Quit Dutton Ranch Over Frustrating Screen Time

Ed Harris says he felt underused in Season 1 of Dutton Ranch, telling the production he’d walk after being led to believe he’d be one of four leads; a cut bar-scene reportedly angered him enough to consider voiding his contract. He’s signed on for Season 2, with producers and co-stars signaling a bigger, more central role for his character.

via TV Insider|

#contract #dutton-ranch #ed-harris

technology1 month ago•3 min saved

Claude Reflect: Built‑in Nudges to Take Breaks and Set Quiet Hours

Anthropic's Claude now includes Reflect, a dashboard inside Settings that summarizes your conversations over 1–12 months and offers break reminders and quiet hours to curb usage. Time spent data isn’t shown yet (listed as coming soon). The AI Fluency tips suggest using features like Projects to group prompts for fewer repetitions, helping you use Claude more efficiently.

via Engadget|

#break-reminders #claude #digital-wellbeing

technology1 month ago•10 min saved

Apple’s Hidden Assistive Access Turns iPhone Into a Kid-Friendly Six-App Dumb Phone

A WIRED piece shows that Apple’s Assistive Access feature in iOS 17 can tailor an iPhone into a six‑app, internet-sheared “dumb phone” for kids. By choosing allowed apps (Calls, Messages, Maps, Camera, Photos, Music) and not granting web browsers, the device can stay safe, trackable with Find My, and easily switched back to normal with a passcode. It’s a no‑subscription solution that critics note runs sluggishly and can override Screen Time limits, and Apple doesn’t widely market it for kids, but it offers a flexible Apple‑ecosystem option using existing hardware.

via WIRED|

#apple #assistive-access #iphone

health1 month ago•13 min saved

Is your phone reshaping your body? The hidden health costs of screen time

New science suggests heavy device use may be subtly changing our bodies: forward head posture stressing the neck, rising myopia with outdoor light offering protective effects, potential skin issues under wearables, and declines in grip strength and motor skills—especially in younger people. Practical fixes include lifting screens to eye level, taking regular breaks, spending more time outdoors with sunscreen, and engaging in hands-on activities to strengthen hands and coordination.

via BBC|

#grip-strength #health #myopia

health1 month ago•4 min saved

Early screen time linked to weaker later learning, new research warns

A study from Inserm and the National University of Singapore, backed by the WHO and the American Academy of Pediatrics, reports that high screen time during infancy and school-entry age is associated with poorer later academic performance and weaker working memory, with effects most pronounced around age six; a separate UK study from iADDICT links under-two screen exposure to adverse health outcomes and calls for a baby screen-time risk assessment, underscoring that limiting early screen time and modeling healthy habits is important while acknowledging limited, supervised use in some contexts.

via New York Post|

#academic-performance #child-development #health

health1 month ago•3 min saved

Study links early screen time to developmental risks in infants, prompting policy rethink

A UK-led review of global research finds that regular screen time for children under two offers little or no benefit and is linked to a range of developmental harms, including reduced parent-child bonding, slower language development, sleep issues, eye health concerns and obesity risk. While causality isn’t established, researchers urge avoiding intentional under-two screen time, reconsidering official guidance, and implementing baby screen-time risk assessments to better support families and inform policy.

via The Guardian|

#digital-devices #early-childhood-development #health

science2 months ago•8 min saved

Early Infancy and School Entry: Screens Linked to Later Learning Gaps

A 502-child longitudinal study finds that screen exposure matters as much by when it happens as how much is viewed. Elevated screen time at age 1 (infancy) and around age 6 (school entry) predicted poorer academic performance at age 9 and weaker working memory at 10.5, while exposure at ages 2–3 showed no lasting effects. The infancy window shows the strongest risk due to displacement of face-to-face interaction; even small population-level shifts toward more screen time could lower overall learning outcomes. Implications point to early-life limits and further research on content, devices, and parental co-viewing.

via Neuroscience News|

#cognitive-development #infancy #longitudinal-study

technology2 months ago•23 min saved

Layered safeguards defend seniors with dementia from scam texts

A CyberGuy guide outlines a multi-layer approach to protect elderly relatives with dementia from scam texts: tighten iPhone controls with Screen Time (Communication Limits to Contacts, Downtime, Unknown Senders, removing saved cards, disabling message badges), enable Android protections (Google Messages spam protection, Samsung spam blocking, app timers), and involve the carrier for strongest SMS filtering. Strengthen bank protections with real-time alerts, trusted contacts, and spending limits; consider data removal and identity‑theft protection, and consult an elder-law attorney for financial powers of attorney if needed. The goal is to reduce risky choices and stop scam texts from turning into charges, while preserving essential use of the device.

via Fox News|

#cybersecurity #elder-care #iphone

film2 months ago•21 min saved

Jessie Leads Toy Story 5 to a Warm, Playful Reminder About Balance

THR’s Toy Story 5 review centers Jessie (voiced by Joan Cusack) taking the lead in a heartfelt, screen-time‑aware adventure that argues kids still need real-world play. Joined by Woody, Buzz and a cast of hi‑tech toys, Jessie helps Bonnie reconnect with friends amid a town-rife screen culture, delivering warmth, humor and Pixar’s signature charm while underscoring a message about belonging and balance. Directed by Andrew Stanton, the 1h42m PG film features strong voice work from Tom Hanks, Tim Allen and Cusack, a catchy end‑credit song, and lush animation that reinforces that toys can enlighten, not replace, play.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#film #jessie #joan-cusack

health2 months ago•189 min saved

Phones Down, Bonds Up: The Case for a Distraction-Free Family Dinner

A new study in JAMA Pediatrics finds that more than 75% of parents and about 70% of children used media during their last family meal, and experts say the emotional benefits of family dinners come from connection rather than the food. The piece recommends aiming for at least one undistracted meal per week and using technology as a bonding tool—while modeling positive phone habits and creating a simple family media plan to foster well-being and belonging.

via CNN|

#family-meals #health #media-use