Screens are a part of everyday life for many families, but a new report out today, says they could be restricting our children's opportunities to play. The Raising the Nation Play Commission inquiry ...

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — At any age, it’s easy to be glued to a screen. But what does that mean for child development? And is there a difference between a baby in front of a screen versus a teenager?

A group of schools, nurseries and colleges have issued parents with a list of screen time recommendations for children aged between 0 and 18 years old. The letter, which was sent out to the parents of ...

Computers, tablets, smartphones and gaming systems have revolutionized popular culture and the way people engage with one another. Devices also have transformed the way people live in their homes.

As smart phones, tablets, laptops and computers are omni-present, many parents are finding that even babies and toddlers can gravitate toward interacting with screens. With that in mind the American ...

Expert recommendations Several expert bodies have made recommendations on how to make the best use of screen time: The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests avoiding screens for children under 18 ...

As the almost-too-catchy theme song to Disney Channel favorite "Phineas and Ferb" goes, there are 104 days (ish) of summer vacation, and the problem is finding a good way to spend them. As schools ...

The holidays mean school breaks, and school breaks often mean a lot of screen time. Here, a local pediatrician offers tips on ...

Pediatricians are always asking the parents of their younger patients about developmental milestones. In our heads, we have five to 10 “skills” that each age range should be able to accomplish to ...

As parents, we have all heard the cry, “Can I watch TV? PLEEEZE?” or "I want to play a game on your iPad/Phone. Just for a while?" As a psychologist and a mom, I struggle with screen time guilt on a ...

Can't get your teenage girl off her smartphone, iPad or laptop? This could cost her much-needed sleep and increase her risk of depression, a new Swedish study says. Teenagers who spend more time on ...