How excessive smartphone and tablet use can hurt child development


Social media also increases the risk of cyber bullying and exposure to inappropriate online interactions. ST PHOTO: BRIAN TEO

SINGAPORE (The Straits Times/ANN): Children can be easily influenced by what they see and hear on the television and internet. Here are the risks posed by five screen types.

1. Television

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