Screen Time at Ages 1 and 6 Linked to Lasting Learning and Memory Effects

A long-term GUSTO cohort study of 502 children found that more screen viewing at age 1 and age 6 was linked to poorer school achievement later on.

Higher cumulative screen exposure was also associated with weaker working memory at age 10.5.

The pattern suggests screen time in infancy and around school entry may have lasting links to learning and memory.

The findings may help inform parenting advice and pediatric screen-time guidance.