Excessive screen time (on TV/mobile) can lead to behavior problems in babies.
Can TV/mobile lead to behaviour problems in babies? Is your little one spending too much time on tv/mobile? Are you worried about it? How much on screen time is safe for your child? Cartoons, digital games, and other media designed for young children can be filled with shouting, threats, even shoving and hitting. Several studies suggest excessive screen time could contribute to children's behavior problems as they grow. Some experts are concerned that screen use interferes with children's social and emotional development as well. The American Academy of Paediatrics advises against TV and other screens (including phones, computers, and tablets) until children are at least 18 months old (except for brief video chats with adults). If your child is at least 18 months old, limit his screen time to no more than an hour a day, and choose high-quality, age-appropriate media, especially if he seems prone to aggressive behaviour. Watch shows with him, and chec