The Office of the Surgeon General (OSG) has issued new warnings regarding the detrimental effects of screen use, labeling it a significant public health concern in the 21st century. Dr. Stephanie Haridopolos noted that many children spend more time on screens than in school or sleeping, leading to issues such as rising depression, anxiety, neurocognitive delays, and unhealthy behaviors. Parents are encouraged to monitor their children’s screen time for signs of compulsive behavior and to model healthy usage themselves. The OSG provides a toolkit on its website to assist parents in establishing screen time guidelines.
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