How mobile technology affects young children's thinking skills
Technology Use and Emerging Executive Functioning in Early Childhood
This study is looking at how using mobile and interactive technologies affects the thinking skills of kids aged 0 to 8, and it’s for parents who want to understand how their tech use might influence their child's development.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11058447 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of mobile and interactive technologies on the development of executive functioning in children aged 0 to 8 years. It aims to understand how the use of these technologies by parents and children influences their interactions and the development of critical thinking skills. The study will involve interviews with parents to gather insights on their experiences and perceptions regarding technology use, followed by a larger study to analyze the effects on child development. By examining these relationships, the research seeks to provide a clearer picture of how modern media consumption shapes early childhood development.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include parents of children aged 0 to 8 years who use mobile devices regularly.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have children or whose children are older than 8 years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved guidelines for technology use that enhance cognitive development in young children.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that media exposure can significantly influence child development, suggesting that this approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Ann Arbor, United States
- University of Michigan at Ann Arbor — Ann Arbor, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Radesky, Jenny S — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- 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.