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Original Research | Medical Science | Volume 15 Issue 6, June 2026 | Pages: 248 - 251 | India
A Study on Screen Time and its Relation with Behavioral Problems among Preschool and School Age Children Aged Up to 15 Years Attending a Tertiary Care Hospital
Abstract: Background: Excessive screen time has emerged as a growing concern in pediatric health, often implicated in behavioral disturbances among children. This study aims to assess the association between screen time exposure and behavioral problems among preschool and school-aged children visiting a tertiary care hospital. Methods: An observational cross-sectional study was conducted among 108 children aged 18 months to 15 years. Demographic data, screen time exposure, and behavioral assessments using PPSC and PSC-17 were collected. Statistical analyses included chi-square tests and logistic regression. A p-value < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: The majority of children (75.9%) were exposed to screen media before 12 months of age with average screen time exceeded one hour in 75.9% of children. But multiple device use showed a trend toward increased risk (OR=0.776). Behavioral problems were present in 47.2% of participants. No significant association was observed between screen time and behavioral problems (p=0.8). Conclusion: The majority of children have early exposure to screen time i.e, before the age of 1 year and prolonged screen usage that exceeds more than one hour a day. While screen time alone was not significantly associated with behavioral disturbances, early exposure and multiple device use may contribute to behavioral risk. Parental guidance and regulated screen use remain critical.
Keywords: Screen Time, Behavioral Problems, Children, Digital Media Exposure, Child Development
How to Cite?: Dr. John Lalthanpuia, Dr. Purnima Samayam, Dr. Ashish S Mallige, "A Study on Screen Time and its Relation with Behavioral Problems among Preschool and School Age Children Aged Up to 15 Years Attending a Tertiary Care Hospital", Volume 15 Issue 6, June 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 248-251, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26604101011, DOI: https://dx.dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26604101011