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This is a Quantitative Study study.

October 23, 2025Open Access

Screen time in children with neurodevelopmental disorders and their parents: a survey-based study in a paediatric Italian sample

Key Points

Children exhibited significant screen time related to parental usage, and stress levels influenced exposure.
Among subjects, 70% reported concerning screen time durations linked to parental behaviors.
Analysis of trends in screen time indicates considerable impacts from parental stress and usage patterns.
This observation highlights the need for targeted interventions to manage screen time in families dealing with neurodevelopmental disorders.

Abstract

Purpose This study examined screen time patterns and contextual factors in Italian children and adolescents with neurodevelopmental disorders (NDs), and explored whether parental screen use and stress predicted child screen exposure.

Screen time in children with neurodevelopmental disorders and their parents: a survey-based study in a paediatric Italian sample

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