Screen time under the microscope: major new study tracks 874 Toddlers' brains and bodies

NCT ID NCT06810570

First seen Jan 08, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 20 times

Summary

This study will follow 874 children aged 3 to 5 for one year to understand how using tablets and smartphones affects their thinking, health, and school readiness. Parents will use an app to track their child's screen time, and researchers will measure skills like memory, attention, and vocabulary. The goal is to provide clear guidance for families and policymakers on healthy device use.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Early Years settings

    RECRUITING

    Sheffield, United Kingdom

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  • Sheffield Hallam University

    RECRUITING

    Sheffield, S1 1WB, United Kingdom

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