About The Study: In a cohort study of 1,300 emerging adolescents ages 9 to 11 across three assessments, higher levels of anxiety symptoms were associated with higher levels of perceived parental technoference later in development. Higher levels of perceived parental technoference were associated with higher levels of inattention and hyperactivity symptoms later in development. The findings of this study speak to the need to discuss digital technology use and mental health with parents and emerging adolescents as a part of routine care.
About The Study: In a cohort study of 1,300 emerging adolescents ages 9 to 11 across three assessments, higher levels of anxiety symptoms were associated with higher levels of perceived parental technoference later in development. Higher levels of perceived parental technoference were associated with higher levels of inattention and hyperactivity symptoms later in development. The findings of this study speak to the need to discuss digital technology use and mental health with parents and emerging adolescents as a part of routine care.
Corresponding Author: To contact the corresponding author, Sheri Madigan, PhD, email sheri.madigan@ucalgary.ca.
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Glenn Wilkins. (August 16, 2024). Perceived parental distraction by technology and mental health among emerging adolescents. Scienmag. https://scienmag.com/perceived-parental-distraction-by-technology-and-mental-health-among-emerging-adolescents/
Glenn Wilkins. "Perceived parental distraction by technology and mental health among emerging adolescents." Scienmag, 16 August 2024, https://scienmag.com/perceived-parental-distraction-by-technology-and-mental-health-among-emerging-adolescents/. Accessed 3 September 2026.
Glenn Wilkins. "Perceived parental distraction by technology and mental health among emerging adolescents." Scienmag. August 16, 2024. https://scienmag.com/perceived-parental-distraction-by-technology-and-mental-health-among-emerging-adolescents/
