GRIT® Podcast - Episode 8 - Screen Time's Impact on the Developing Brain

Given the prevalence of screen use in children under two years of age, as a champion for child development and well-being, the negative impacts must be addressed.

There is a plethora of research that emphasizes the importance of healthy touch, serve-and-return patterns that build trust, and the chemical changes in the brain that either support or inhibit emotional regulation.

We will discuss the growing divide between recommendations for screen use and secure attachment, and some practical strategies and activities that are more developmentally sound, particularly in supporting children with adverse childhood experiences.

References:

The 5 Cs of Screen Use: The American Academy of Pediatrics