Rising screen time in Indian homes is impacting toddler growth and parents’ mental well-being

A recent study in India reveals that over 60% of toddlers spend excessive time on screens, exceeding WHO guidelines and potentially hindering brain development. Experts link this overuse to reduced interaction, developmental delays, and emotional dysregulation. The study urges culturally relevant resources and support for parents to promote balanced screen habits and healthy childhood development through quality interactions and activities.

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