Use of Technological Devices in Children Aged 3-11 Years: Possible Effects on Sleep and Behavioral Difficulties.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The use of technological devices by children has increased in recent years, as several Italian studies have shown, even if limited studies assessed the possible effects on sleep and psychological wellbeing in preschool and schoolchildren.

Objectives

This cross-sectional study seeks to examine the prevalence and typology of usage, as well as the potential socio-demographic factors associated with it. Additionally, it aims to assess emotional behavior and sleeping difficulties, and their possible correlations with children's attitudes towards technological devices.

Methods

The study included 314 children (52.2% males), with an average age of 7.86 years (SD = 2.02) and mainly their mothers (80.2%). Participants were given a series of self- and proxy-report que

SUBMITTER: Tremolada M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12566866 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature