Influência do uso excessivo de telas por crianças com desenvolvimento neurodivergente

Abstract

The overall objective of this study is to understand how excessive screen time may affect the development of children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Specifically, the study aims to identify the harmful effects of excessive screen use on the cognitive, psychophysical, and social aspects of development in children with ADHD and ASD, and to propose strategies aimed at minimizing screen use in order to promote healthy child development. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), screen time should be nonexistent until the age of two, and after this period, children should be offered no more than one hour of screen time per day. The use of technology is increasingly prevalent and common in our society. As a result, children are exposed to screens for recreational purposes before the age of two. The study concluded that children’s screen exposure—particularly among those with developmental disorders—has increased exponentially, and the harm caused to their development is evident and concerning; therefore, strategies aimed at minimizing this use must be implemented as soon as possible. Furthermore, the study highlights a lack of research in this area, reinforcing the need for new studies on this subject.