There is new research coming out about the link between screen time and an increased risk of ADHD symptoms.
Here is the link: https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2018/07/17/629517464/more-screen-time-for-teens-may-fuel-adhd-symptoms
Here are some quotes from the article:
“Previous research has shown that watching television or playing video games on a console put teenagers at a slightly higher risk of developing ADHD behaviors. But less is known about the impact of computers, tablets and smartphones.”
“The study followed 2,587 10th graders in schools in Los Angeles county over two years. The teens showed no symptoms of ADHD at the beginning of the study. By the end, teens with more frequent digital media use were more likely to have symptoms of ADHD.
I think that this 2-year study, which included a large number of students, is extremely interesting and should serve as a warning to all. I would add, however, that the researchers stress that no causation has been proven; in other words, showing more ADHD symptoms does not mean a diagnosis of ADHD. It is simply an association at this point.
