For Preteens, More Screen Time Is Tied to Depression, Anxiety Later
Spending more time on screens increases the likelihood that 9- and 10-year-olds will develop symptoms of mental illness, according to a study by UC San Francisco that is one of the first long-term looks at the problem.
The study followed a diverse group of kids from around the country for two years and found that more screen time was associated with more severe symptoms of depression, anxiety, inattention and aggression. It appears Oct. 7 in BMC Public Health.