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EP58: Does Social Media Kill Focus? Science Reveals ADHD Risks
Every parent worries that screen time leads to ADHD. A new study tracking 8,000 kids reveals that not all digital media is created equal. The real focus-stealer? Social media. Surprisingly, video games and TV might not be the villains we once thought. Let's dive into the data!
Reference:
Nivins, S., Mooney, M. A., Nigg, J., & Klingberg, T. (2025). Digital Media, Genetics and Risk for ADHD Symptoms in Children – A Longitudinal Study. Pediatrics Open Science. https://doi.org/10.1542/pedsos.2025-000922
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Every parent worries that screen time leads to ADHD. A new study tracking 8,000 kids reveals that not all digital media is created equal. The real focus-stealer? Social media. Surprisingly, video games and TV might not be the villains we once thought. Let's dive into the data!
Reference:
Nivins, S., Mooney, M. A., Nigg, J., & Klingberg, T. (2025). Digital Media, Genetics and Risk for ADHD Symptoms in Children – A Longitudinal Study. Pediatrics Open Science. https://doi.org/10.1542/pedsos.2025-000922
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