Thomas is an Associate Professor of Psychology at Hope College. She researches child and adolescent development funded by The Templeton World Charity Foundation and the John Templeton Foundation ...

In an era where digital devices are everywhere, the term "screen time" has become a buzz phrase in discussions about technology's impact on people's lives. Parents are concerned about their children's ...

More screen time among children and teens is linked to higher risks of heart and metabolic problems, particularly when combined with insufficient sleep. Danish researchers discovered a measurable rise ...

Sleep specialists have long warned of the hazards of bringing smartphones into the bedroom. Now, research has confirmed just how damaging that habit can be. The new study, which surveyed more than ...

High levels of total screen time in young Canadian children are associated with lower reading and math test scores in elementary school, new research suggested. Screen behavior patterns are ...

The research reveals a significant link between excessive screen time, poor sleep quality, increased hyperactivity, and emotional issues in preschoolers, with sleep quality playing a mediating role ...

Discussing how excessive screen time affects your mental health and the importance of spending time alone and away from your screens to recharge. Spending too much time on your screen can affect your ...

What do some kids do when there are no screen time limits? We found out. — -- Becky Worley is a technology correspondent for ABC News and "Good Morning America" who has been covering technology ...