The relationship between screen time, screen content for children aged 1-3, and the risk of ADHD in preschools.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This study investigates the relationship between screen time, screen content, and the risk of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) using data from a large sample. Specifically, it examines how different types of screen content (such as educational videos, cartoon videos, and interactive videos) are associated with the risk of ADHD. The aim is to offer a scientific foundation for the rational management of children's screen time and screen content.

Methods

We collected data through a questionnaire survey involving a study population of 41,494 children from Longhua District, Shenzhen City, China. The questionnaire recorded the daily screen time and the type of content viewed by the children at ages 1-3 years and assessed their risk of ADHD using the Streng

SUBMITTER: Wu JB 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12017831 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature