Parental technology use linked to poorer cognition and prosocial behavior in children, reveals University of Wollongong study

Research indicates that parental technoference leads to poorer cognitive skills and social behaviors in children, emphasizing the critical role of face-to-face interaction during early development.

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  • Parental technology use in their child’s presence is significantly associated with poorer cognition and prosocial behavior, and higher levels of screen time.New York Post1
  • Researchers from the University of Wollongong evaluated data across 21 previous studies on the adverse impacts of technoference.New York Post1
  • The studies revealed that repeated distractions and interruptions caused by gadgets can profoundly affect children's development.New York Post1
  • Lead author Tiia Tulviste of the University of Tartu emphasized that during the first years of life, everyday face-to-face parent-child interaction is crucial.New York Post1
  • Technoference in parent-child interactions can lead children to feel ignored and unseen.New York Post1
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