Smartphone and Tablet as Digital Babysitter
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 5934312 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Ruggero Andrisano Ruggieri (0000-0003-1779-8859, University of Salerno, corresponding author), Monica Mollo (0000-0002-7981-0844, University of Salerno), Grazia Marra (University of Salerno) |
| Year | 2024 |
| Volume | 13 |
| Issue | 8 |
| Pages | 412 |
| Publication date | 2024-08-07 |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Social Sciences (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 2076-0760 • E-ISSN: 2076-0760 |
| Publisher | MDPI AG (PUBLISHER • IT) |
| DOI | 10.3390/socsci13080412 |
| OpenAlex | W4401423766 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 3 |
| References cited | 39 |
Several scientific studies have highlighted the negative impact of new technologies (NTs) on children's psychological development, both in terms of emotional and cognitive development. NTs, such as smartphones, tablets, and video games, have a significant impact on children's development, both in terms of social relationships and cognitive functions. This study aims to identify and explore the cultural models that shape children's exposure to new technologies in early childhood. This study involved 48 subjects between parents and infant educators. Unstructured interviews were conducted. Emotional Text Analysis was applied. The findings reveal the existence of three cultural repertoires (clusters): Connected but isolated (45.2), Technology education (30%), and Mistrust (24.8%). Their placement in the factorial space explains how the negative effects on children's psychological development are determined. Technology education seems to be a protective factor for the cognitive and affective development of children. These findings are discussed, comparing them with Musk's recent experiment and the rapid loss of social ties due to the lack of an educational plan
Child development · Cognition · Cognitive development · Developmental psychology · Early childhood · Early childhood education · Emotional development · Social change · Child Development and Digital Technology · Early Childhood Education and Development · Impact of Technology on Adolescents · Psychology
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| Citations per year | 3 |
|---|---|
| Citation span | 2025 - 2025 (1) |
| Highly cited | No |