Children with higher screen time show better cognitive skills in teens, study finds

A scientific study by the University of Jyvaskyla has found that children who spent more time using screens during their development demonstrated better cognitive abilities in adolescence compared to peers who used screens less frequently.

The study, published in the journal Pediatric Exercise Science, was conducted over eight years and involved 124 girls and 136 boys, with an average age of 15.5 years, according to Russia Today.

Researchers tracked participants' physical activity, behavior, and screen use from early childhood, comparing these patterns with detailed tests measuring their learning, attention, and working memory skills.

The results revealed a positive correlation between screen time and cognitive performance, raising new questions about the relationship between technology and the developing brain. This challenges the widely held belief that screens are harmful to children's cognitive development.