Screens, Kids, and Development: A Few Things We Often Miss During this Christmas break, while travelling, I noticed many very young toddlers and children spending time on screens. This prompted me to write a short post, as screen time is an area of specific research interest for me. Much of the information circulating is still quite generic, so I wanted to share some evidence-based nuances that may be helpful. Here are some important points to consider: 1. Screen time is not a single exposure - Effects depend on the child’s age, type of device, content, timing, and context of use. 2. Age at exposure is critical - Screen exposure during infancy (e.g., 6–12 months) affects development differently than exposure at 2–3 years or later. Early exposure coincides with sensitive periods for language, attention, and sensory integration. It is also important to note that children who spend more time on screens early in life are more likely to have higher screen exposure later as they grow old...