Background: With increasing digital media use among young children, concerns about its impact on early brain development have intensified. This study aimed to assess the effect of screen time on neurocognitive development in children under five. Aim and Objective: To evaluate the correlation between screen exposure and neurocognitive development in children aged 6 months to 5 years. Methods: An observational study involving 120 children aged 6 months to 5 years was conducted at Kanti Devi Medical College, Mathura. Screen exposure was recorded via caregiver questionnaire, and developmental milestones were assessed using the Denver Developmental Screening Test II at baseline and after four months. Results: Children with daily screen time exceeding 2 hours demonstrated significantly lower scores in language and social domains. A statistically significant correlation (p < 0.01) was observed between high screen exposure and delayed development. Conclusion: Excessive screen time is associated with adverse neurocognitive outcomes in early childhood. Pediatricians and caregivers must be educated about healthy screen use practices.
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