NIMHANS study flags rising parental concern over children’s screen time
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Why in news
A NIMHANS-led study by the SHUT Clinic flagged that excessive screen time among Indian children is linked to parental concerns regarding loss of control and adverse impacts on children's well-being.
Background
The study, published in the Industrial Psychiatry Journal, surveyed 424 parents. It identified a correlation between high screen time and difficulties in regulating usage, excessive gaming/social media engagement, and negative impacts on physical, psychological, and social functioning.
Facts for Prelims
- FactThe study surveyed 424 parents regarding children's screen time
- PlaceSHUT Clinic: Services for Healthy Use of Technology Clinic at NIMHANS
For Mains
Q. Discuss the psychological and social implications of excessive screen time on child development in India and suggest measures for balanced technology integration.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Developmental impact: Correlation between excessive gaming/social media and impaired physical and social functioning
- Parental agency: Challenges in regulating digital consumption and loss of parental control over screen habits
- Early intervention: Need for clinical support systems to manage technology-induced psychological distress
Keywords: Digital well-being · Early intervention · Psychological functioning · Parental mediation · Technology regulation
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