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Major study finds that watching too much TV can hurt brain development
- Excessive screen time during infancy may impact a child's sensory processing, leading to developmental issues like ADHD and autism.
- A study led by Karen Heffler, MD, found strong connections between early TV exposure and unusual sensory behaviors.
- Sensory processing refers to how the brain interprets and responds to sensory input, affecting daily interactions.
- Children with sensory processing problems may show sensitivity or seeking behaviors, common in developmental disorders like ADHD and autism.
- Research linked screen exposure at one year to behaviors associated with low registration and sensory avoidance.
- Each additional hour of screen time at 18 and 24 months increased the odds of sensory avoidance, seeking, and sensitivity.
- Screen exposure may reshape brain connections, affecting sensory processing and overall development.
- Prolonged screen use during infancy may inhibit essential sensory experiences critical for healthy development.
- Screen management and reducing early-life digital media use can potentially lower the risk of sensory processing problems.
- Balancing screen time with physical play and sensory-rich experiences is crucial for children's healthy development.
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