Using digital tools to assess children's screen time and sleep patterns
Digital Assessment Core
This study is looking to better understand how much time kids spend on screens and how well they sleep by using cool gadgets instead of just asking parents, so we can see how screen time affects their sleep, thinking skills, and weight, all while making it easy for families to participate.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Baylor College of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10906910 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the accuracy of measuring children's screen time and sleep by using advanced digital sensors instead of relying on parent reports. It aims to objectively track children's use of mobile devices and their sleep/activity behaviors with minimal effort from parents and children. The project includes multiple components that explore how screen time affects children's sleep, executive functioning, and weight status, as well as the influence of parents in these dynamics. By utilizing wearable devices and applications, the research seeks to provide a comprehensive understanding of children's digital media use and its implications for their health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who use digital devices regularly.
Not a fit: Children who do not use digital devices or have significant sleep disorders unrelated to screen time may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better strategies for managing children's screen time and improving their sleep quality.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using digital tools for monitoring health behaviors, indicating that this approach has potential for impactful findings.
Where this research is happening
Houston, United States
- Baylor College of Medicine — Houston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Moreno, Jennette P — Baylor College of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Moreno, Jennette P
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.