Balancing Digital Media Exposure: Enhancing Language and Social Development in Early Childhood.

IF 1.2 Q3 PEDIATRICS
Rohan Patel, Emma McQueen, Caitlyn Gold
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Abstract

In recent years, the widespread integration of digital media into early childhood has significantly influenced the landscape of language development. Traditional speech and language acquisition is deeply rooted in social interactions and environmental stimuli; however, the increasing exposure to digital media introduces new variables into this developmental process. Research indicates that excessive or inappropriate use of digital media can impede language development. Conversely, high-quality educational content, when used appropriately, can support language acquisition and vocabulary growth. This review examines the complex effects of digital media exposure on early language development and related cognitive and social domains, highlighting both potential risks and benefits. It underscores the pivotal role of health care providers in guiding families toward balanced and evidence-based media use. By synthesizing current research and offering practical recommendations, this article aims to assist providers in supporting such development trajectories in young children within our increasingly digital world.

平衡数字媒体曝光:促进幼儿语言和社会发展。
近年来,儿童早期广泛使用数字媒体对语言发展产生了重大影响。传统的言语和语言习得深深植根于社会互动和环境刺激;然而,越来越多地接触数字媒体为这一发展过程引入了新的变量。研究表明,过度或不恰当地使用数字媒体会阻碍语言发展。相反,如果使用得当,高质量的教育内容可以帮助语言习得和词汇增长。这篇综述探讨了数字媒体暴露对早期语言发展以及相关认知和社会领域的复杂影响,强调了潜在的风险和益处。它强调了卫生保健提供者在指导家庭平衡和基于证据的媒体使用方面的关键作用。通过综合目前的研究并提供实用建议,本文旨在帮助提供者在我们日益数字化的世界中支持幼儿的这种发展轨迹。
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Pediatrics in review
Pediatrics in review 医学-小儿科
CiteScore
1.30
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0.00%
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109
期刊介绍: Pediatrics in Review (PIR) is the American Academy of Pediatrics’ monthly peer-reviewed continuing medical education journal, designed to keep the general pediatric clinician current in all areas of pediatric medicine and to assist those participating in the Maintenance of Certification program of the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP). The journal is one of the key components of the Academy’s continuing medical education program: PREP® (the Pediatrics Review and Education Program). Together, PIR and the PREP Self-Assessment comprise PREP The Curriculum®. Each PIR review article includes quiz questions formulated by topic experts.
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