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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Early Years settings
RECRUITINGSheffield, United Kingdom
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Sheffield Hallam University
RECRUITINGSheffield, S1 1WB, United Kingdom
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