New Report Says Screen Time Limits for Children Are No Longer Enough

Children are growing up in an increasingly digital world that affects sleep, learning and mental health, making screen-time limits alone no longer enough, according to new guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Covering hundreds of studies on digital media and health effects over the last 20 years, the review’s findings mark a departure from previous thoughts on screen use. It was published alongside new recommendations to help guide families, physicians, internet companies and policymakers on creating a safer online world for kids.

"Over the last decade, the science of media has evolved, and simply taking devices away or enforcing rigid rules can backfire for parents," said Dr. Tiffany Munzer, a pediatric behavioral specialist at the University of Michigan Hospital, to ABC News. "We now understand there are specific design features of digital media — some that promote positive benefits, and others that are highly engagement-based that can overtake healthier activity."

Please select this link to read the complete article from ABC News.