Exploring how mobile technology affects child development
Michigan Interactive Tech in Toddlers (MITTen) study
This study is looking at how using mobile and interactive technologies affects the social and emotional skills of toddlers and young children, and it’s for families who want to understand how their media habits might influence their child's growth.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Georgetown University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Washington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10913321 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of mobile and interactive technologies on the development of socio-emotional skills in toddlers and young children. By examining how both parents and children use these technologies, the study aims to understand their effects on cognitive, emotional, and behavioral responses. The research will involve home visits and virtual data collection to gather comprehensive insights into family media use and its implications for child development.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are families with toddlers aged 0-4 years who use mobile devices regularly.
Not a fit: Families with children older than 4 years or those who do not engage with mobile technology may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide valuable insights into how to optimize mobile technology use for better child development outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that understanding media use in early childhood can significantly influence developmental outcomes, suggesting this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Washington, United States
- Georgetown University — Washington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Radesky, Jenny S — Georgetown University
- Study coordinator: Radesky, Jenny S
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.