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Expert Warns: Screen Time Harms Young Children's Development

2/9/2025

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Neuropsychiatrist Boris Cyrulnik passionately urges parents to keep screens away from children under three, highlighting the vital role of face-to-face interactions in nurturing their cognitive and social skills. He warns that too much screen time can stifle language development and emotional growth. Instead, he encourages creating screen-free zones and engaging in playful activities to support healthy childhood development.

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Neuropsychiatrist Boris Cyrulnik passionately urges parents to keep screens away from children under three, highlighting the vital role of face-to-face interactions in nurturing their cognitive and social skills. He warns that too much screen time can stifle language development and emotional growth. Instead, he encourages creating screen-free zones and engaging in playful activities to support healthy childhood development.