Screens can be part of a child's healthy bedtime routine, study shows

MedicalXpress | 五月 03, 2026

Most parents are aware of the current advice to switch off all screens at least an hour before bed. However, a recent study reveals this may not be necessary for every child. The study, from Deakin's Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition in partnership with The University of Queensland, revealed the interaction between screens and sleep may be more complex than first thought, with the impact of screens on children potentially being less pronounced.