July 23, 2025

Evaluating the Effects of Screen Time on the Wellbeing of Young people and Recommend Strategies for Healthy Digital Practices: Scoping review. (Preprint)

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Scoping review identifies risks and benefits of screen time in young people, suggesting evidence informed strategies for healthy digital habits.

Focusing on screen time's effects, the review compiles findings related to mental health and well-being in young people.
Data from twelve peer-reviewed articles reveal varying impacts of screen time, highlighting adverse and beneficial outcomes.
The analysis categorized the relationships between screen time and mental health into three major themes: mental health, physical health, and social implications.
Urgent action is needed to promote balanced digital habits among youth to create supportive environments for their mental well-being.

Hulisani Matakanye (2025) studied this question.

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Scoping review identifies risks and benefits of screen time in young people, suggesting evidence informed strategies for healthy digital habits.

Focusing on screen time's effects, the review compiles findings related to mental health and well-being in young people.
Data from twelve peer-reviewed articles reveal varying impacts of screen time, highlighting adverse and beneficial outcomes.
The analysis categorized the relationships between screen time and mental health into three major themes: mental health, physical health, and social implications.
Urgent action is needed to promote balanced digital habits among youth to create supportive environments for their mental well-being.

Hulisani Matakanye (2025) studied this question.

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