Prospective findings show problematic screen use links to mental health issues in adolescents, suggesting prevention strategies.
Early adolescent problematic screen use is prospectively associated with poor mental and behavioral health outcomes 1 year later, extending prior cross-sectional findings. Clinicians can assess not only screen time but also problematic screen use and provide guidance to adolescents and parents, including the development of a family media plan.
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