Scientists tracked kids for 8 years — the screen time result was unexpected

An eight-year Finnish study linked greater screen time from childhood with better cognitive processing in adolescence, although it did not establish cause and effect. Researchers said the type of screen activity may matter and recommended balancing physical exercise with digital activities that encourage learning, creativity, and problem-solving.

一项历时八年的芬兰研究发现，从童年开始拥有更多屏幕使用时间与青春期更好的认知处理能力有关，但研究并未证明因果关系。研究人员表示，屏幕活动的类型可能很重要，并建议在体育锻炼与促进学习、创造力和解决问题能力的数字活动之间保持平衡。