Mobile device use has been increasing among preschool-aged children. Several studies have shown an association between mobile device use and child emotional dysregulation. Now, a study has investigated whether tablet use in 3.5-year-old children is associated with expressions of anger and frustration. The study analyzed the responses of 315 parents to questionnaires.
The analysis revealed that tablet use (1.15 hours/day) among children aged 3.5 years was associated with a 22% increase in expression of anger and frustration at age 4.5 years. Remarkably, the heightened levels of anger and frustration at age 4.5 years were associated with 22% more use (0.28 hours/day) of tablets by age 5.5 years. These findings suggest that early childhood tablet use can affect emotional regulation. Researchers recommend that parents regulate the duration of tablet use in children to control their…
