Screen time delays language development in toddlers
The study’s results revealed a negative association between screen time and language development. More screen exposure was linked to lower lexical density and delayed language milestone progress.
In simpler terms, the more time that children spend in the virtual world of screens, the more their real-world language skills seem to suffer.
On the other hand, not all screen time was found to be detrimental to the toddlers. Shared screen engagement with adults and exposure to books appeared to shift the narrative, positively impacting language skills.
While the TV might be a foe when viewed alone, it seems to transform into an ally when the experience is shared with an adult.
The study’s results are clear: unchecked screen time negatively impacts early language development. However, adult-supervised screen time and exposure to books can serve as shields, protecting and even promoting toddlers’ language skills.
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