Using technology to help language-minority families with young children manage screen time.
A Translational Research Approach to Healthy Technology Usage in Language-Minority Families with Young Children
['FUNDING_SBIR_2'] · TRANSCENDENT INTERNATIONAL, LLC · NIH-11146851
This study is designed to help families who speak different languages find fun and helpful ways to use technology with their young kids, especially after all the extra screen time during the pandemic, by providing bilingual resources and activities that teach them how to pick good apps and set healthy limits on device use.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_SBIR_2'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | TRANSCENDENT INTERNATIONAL, LLC (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NEW YORK, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11146851 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on helping language-minority families with young children navigate technology use, especially in the context of increased screen time during the COVID-19 pandemic. It aims to provide engaging, bilingual resources that teach families how to choose high-quality apps and set healthy boundaries around device usage. The approach combines virtual and physical activities, allowing children to practice healthy technology habits through interactive online games and then apply those practices in real-life situations with their caregivers. The effectiveness of this program will be assessed through a randomized controlled trial to measure improvements in knowledge and attitudes towards technology use.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are language-minority families with children aged 0-6 who are seeking guidance on managing screen time.
Not a fit: Families who are already proficient in managing technology use or those without access to technology may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower families to make informed decisions about technology use, leading to healthier screen time habits for young children.
How similar studies have performed: While there has been research on technology use in children, this bilingual and interactive approach specifically targeting language-minority families is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
NEW YORK, UNITED STATES
- TRANSCENDENT INTERNATIONAL, LLC — NEW YORK, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: D'ANTILIO, YUAN — TRANSCENDENT INTERNATIONAL, LLC
- Study coordinator: D'ANTILIO, YUAN
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.