Impact of Screen Time on Children's Development

What is the recommended screen time limit for children aged 2 to 5 according to the American Academy of Pediatrics?

• 2 hours per day

• 1 hour per day

• No limit, as long as it's educational

• 3 hours per day

How does excessive screen time affect children's sleep?

• Delays sleep

• Increases sleep duration

• Has no effect on sleep

• Improves sleep quality

What age group is advised to avoid screen media other than video-chatting?

• 2 to 5 years

• 12 years and older

• 18 months and younger

• 6 to 12 years

Which type of screen is considered more accessible and potentially harmful due to its portability?

• Desktop computer

• E-readers

• Television

• Tablets and smartphones

What is a significant impact of screen time on young children's development?

• Enhances physical activity

• Increases social interaction

• Improves problem-solving skills

• May cause developmental delays

How does screen time impact a child's ability to learn?

• Promotes independent learning

• Inhibits experiential learning

• Enhances cognitive abilities

• No impact

What is the effect of screen time on children's language development?

• Improves vocabulary

• Can delay language development

• Has no significant effect

• Accelerates language acquisition

What is advised to limit screen time's negative effects on children?

• Focusing solely on educational content

• Co-watching and engaging with children

• Allowing unlimited access to screens

• Unsupervised screen time

What is a recommended practice for introducing digital media to children aged 18 to 24 months?

• Limiting use to video games only

• Choosing high-quality programming and watching it with them

• Allowing them to use it freely to boost tech skills

• Encouraging them to watch alone for independence

How can excessive screen time indirectly affect a child's health?

• By increasing physical fitness

• By leading to obesity

• By promoting a healthy lifestyle

• By improving mental health