Geno and Nicolette Sidders used to give their child a phone to help pacify her, but after cutting back on screen time, ...

Experts say today’s youngest generation is growing up surrounded by screens — often before they can even read or write.

Emily Cherkin’s daughter started having almost daily headaches more than a year ago at age 12. Cherkin took her daughter to the pediatrician and eye doctor, but the problem persisted. Frustrated and ...

Much has been said about the detrimental impact of screens on childhood development, but a new study takes that concern to an even younger age. This is as much about what children aren't doing as it ...

This story is part of our mental health series. Find out more here. For many parents, keeping their child’s screen time low is a high priority. But that concern often doesn’t extend to adults; the ...

Editor’s note: Kara Alaimo is an associate professor of communication at Fairleigh Dickinson University. Her book “Over the Influence: Social Media Is Toxic for Women and Girls — And How We Can Take ...

AS PART OF THE HEADS-UP SERIES. IT’S REALLY LIKE, NOT LIKE, OKAY TO BE ON OUR PHONES A LOT. IT TAKES A LOT OF OUR TIME AND ENERGY. HIGH SCHOOL FRESHMAN MADISON ROMANO SAYS SOCIAL MEDIA CAN BRING A LOT ...

In a world filled with screens, Dr. David Smith highlights the importance of balancing kids' screen time and promoting ...

Phones, tablets and computer screens emit blue light that can disrupt sleep. But do you know why? University of Virginia Dr. Scott Schecter, an expert in sleep disorders, says it’s because the light ...

If you or someone you know is in crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline via call, text or chat. A new study finds that addiction to social media, mobile phones and video games is linked to ...

Americans spend an average of six hours and 40 minutes a day staring at the screens of their computers, phones, and other electronic devices. If that sounds like a lot, it is, but it’s only two ...