The Effects Of Technology On Child Development

Research in New Zealand states that ‘Almost one in five of the 2-year-olds in the study were also regularly active on home computers, tablets and other mobile devices’ (Russell Blackstock, 2014). Benefits from using media and technology from a young age, suggest an increase in vocabulary, numeracy and social skills, through television programs that show cooperative behaviour. (Raising Children Networks, 2014) state that, it’s particularly ‘helpful if you get involved with your child and her use of media – for example, you can visit quality websites together, encourage use of educational software, and view TV shows offering extra learning opportunities.’ This leads to engagement with the content e.g. repeating and acknowledgement of words, numbers and objects, decision making skills. Even from a young age babies can develop knowledge for culture, problem solving skills and an early grasp of technology use, which will largely shape the generation they live in.

Various studies have been conducted worldwide to discover whether the ever-pressing technological revolution is negatively effecting younger children and how they grow up. With the majority of Australia’s population using technology on a daily basis, children are being encouraged more and more to rely on technology as a source of entertainment and education with “One third of preschool children have a tablet or smartphone” (Rhodes, 2017). Contemporary trends have revealed that children who use technology from a young age, are more likely to develop behavioural problems, experience mental illness and have trouble establishing a healthy sleeping pattern. In terms of technology, throughout the investigation television, tablet use and excessive gaming are the established focal point, as they are wide spread and play a major role in the modern home for children aged 0 to 8 years of age. As the technological revolution progresses, more and more children are being diagnosed with depressive disorders and displaying symptoms of anxiety starting from just 4 years of age .

Technology has brought us nothing more than negativity toward people. The first effect is health. technology affects individuals' exercises; so children become lazier and are most likely not motivated to work out. Along these lines, numerous health issues like obesity are brought about by the effects of technology. The second impact is communication. Ironically children don't have the chance to socialize with each other in person. They’re wasting their time using electronics instead of exploring the world and developing human nature. In addition, individuals lean toward using communication devices than collaborating in person.

It is explained that past studies were conducted in a time when only video games and TV where the norm and that the advent of smartphones and tablets requires further research. The researchers thus conduct a self-reported survey on 2,620 children from ages 8 to 16 asking their use time regarding common devices including iPads and laptops. The finding was that children ages 8-16 are for the most part exceeding the limit time but the use of the devices and type of use differed depending on the sex, age and even grade of the child. The study also goes into great detail on the fact that schools are more and more embracing technology. This source may be somewhat useful for my paper. My research is supposed to be focused on very young children, 8 – 16 years old is not exactly a toddler. However, the article serves as a reminder that technology use is already very prevalent in older children and becoming a part of standard education. I can use this information to tie it with all my other findings about importance of adopting

With a flip of a switch or press of a button, Parents can have their child entertained for hours on end. Televisions and Tablets are the twenty-first century babysitters. The average child spends an astounding 7.5 hours per day on some form of technology (Rowan 2), when the recommend allotted amount of time should be no more than two hours (Kaneshiro 1). Technology is rapidly evolving, making limitless possibilities available for entertainment. This virtual “babysitter” enables the parents to devote all their time and effort into their work or engross in technology with limited amounts of distraction from the children. Although, the parents are able to have free time, excessive amounts of screen time is proven to be detrimental to their child’s health and overall well-being. The technology that is drastically making life easier is a big blessing, but at the same time is a big curse.

Technology can be positive towards a child’s development. If the child learns how to not take advantage of the technology given, then having them use it won't be a problem. However, what if the child does take advantage of the technology? DeLoatch explains, “Using technology can change a child’s brain.” Children who dependably using search engines may turn out to be great at discovering data, but not great at recollecting it. Moreover, children who utilize an excessive amount of technology might not have enough chances to utilize their creative ability or to peruse and contemplate the material. “Using technology,” explains DeLoatch, “can affect a child’s ability to empathize.” Abuse of technology can likewise influence a child’s own particular

A recent study by the Kaiser Family Foundation states that eight to eighteen year olds spend at least seven and a half hours digesting some type of media technology

First of all, there has been a drastic rise of technology use in children over the past decade. Screens are easily accessible, easily addicting, and television companies know how to catch a child’s eye, and have them staring at their show for hours. Children have access to technology all the time, making it easy to become hooked on screen time. Today, “68% of U.S. adults have a smartphone” (Anderson). Many adults are around children. More often than not, when children get bored, adults simply hand the phone over. Consequently, technology use is on the rise. “In 2013, almost fifty-seven percent of children, ages three to seventeen used the Internet at home, nearly six times as many as in 1997, which was eleven percent” (“Home Computer Access and Internet Use”). Children have easy access to screens.

As the digital age expands across the population, parents are starting to get concerned about the effect of digital use on children. In Eliana Dockterman’s “the digital parent trap,” Dockterman expressed her opinion on the use of digital electronics in children. Dockterman employed statistics, reference to other research, and industry outlook to emphasize that parents should encourage the use of digital electronics with a limit.

In the article “The Impact of Technology on the Developing Child,” it argues about how children’s way of living back then was about going outside doing many activities like riding bikes, play sports, etc. In addition, kids of the past mange to become very creative that didn't require any type of technology. Previously, family time was frequently spent doing tasks, and kids had desires to meet once a day. However, now parents now depend vigorously on correspondence, data, and transportation technology to make their lives speedier and more productive. In addition, kids also are relying too much on technology that it doesn't allow them to challenge themselves in having such creativity and imaginations. Also, constraining essential challenges to

We all know technology is a good thing, right? Or is it? We can all come up with reasons why technology is helpful or appropriate like we can for a particular medicine. And while some drugs are really great to cure or prevent a disease, sometimes the side effects outweigh any possible benefit. The same is true with technology. Some common negative side effects of technology are kids playing on their phones instead of going outside to play or young people not interacting face-to-face as much as they used to. Parenting is an area that has suffered since the rise in technology, specifically with phone use.

There has always been great concern whether or not exposure to monitors and TV's disrupt the natural functions, and development of a child's brain. I strictly believe that being exposed to these devices is healthy and benefitial for their brain during their developmental.

How many people could take a whole day out of their week to not look at their phone? “Tech Free Tuesday” could be the new hit of the times. Children in today’s world grow up with their iPad’s, iPhone’s, tablets and computers that basically does everything for them What about dinner time conversations, playing in the neighborhood, and exploring at their own leisure. We are constantly consumed by our technological devises and the newer generations are continuing to grow worse with the amount of technology they use on a daily basis. The age at which children begin using technology continues to grow younger and younger. In this day and age people would rather spend their free time alone consumed with electronic devises rather than engaging in conversation. Therefore, reducing the amount of technology use in homes across the United States could have serious positive

Technology has become very important in the lives of many since the revolution of technological advances that the 21st century has brought upon us. Through the years technology has been improved and therefore the exposure to technology among the younger generations that have access has increased. In the time when the “Baby Boomers” were children there was no such thing as a ipad or cell phone. The “gen X and millennials” started to have exposure to technology at a young age but not quite like the current pre-schoolers. Devices and consoles have been added to the childhood pastime of the which in return inevitably has brought changes to their behaviors in the current time and will continue to cause changes in the future. These changes prompted the question; to what extent does technology use affect the development of a child during their early years of school? Scholars and institutions address the benefits of technology in the development of necessary skills for children with disabilities along with the downfalls for children from studies that show how it affects their behavior negatively such as causing ADHD (Caroline Miller). Does access to technology give an advantage to the child or does it negatively impact their development, which in the future will determine their success.

The evolution of parenting reflects the societal advances of education and information. Parents are constantly re-evaluating and developing strategies to prepare children for their future. Literature focusing on parenting is inclined to evaluate parenting styles, and the trajectories of childhood behaviour. The increasing presence of technology throughout history is a global phenomenon which identifies waves of innovations specific to each generation. Technological advancements have produced tools to aid in parenting including electronic toys, smartphones, televisions, or tablets. Today, the prevalence of technology in the home is under scrutiny. Researchers are attempting to determine the positive or detrimental effects of technology on a child’s development.