Impact of Children's Digital Device Usage on Their Cognitive Function: A Comprehensive Literature Analysis

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Impact of Children's Digital Device Usage on Their Cognitive Function: A Comprehensive Literature Analysis

Simian Huang 1*
  • 1 City University of Macau    
  • *corresponding author 549356482@qq.com
Published on 28 November 2023 | https://doi.org/10.54254/2753-7048/26/20230879
LNEP Vol.26
ISSN (Print): 2753-7056
ISSN (Online): 2753-7048
ISBN (Print): 978-1-83558-163-6
ISBN (Online): 978-1-83558-164-3

Abstract

This paper comprehensively reviews and analyzes relevant literature on the use of digital devices and children's cognitive development, exploring the impact of children's digital device usage on their cognitive function. The analysis reveals that prolonged use of digital devices can have negative effects on children's cognitive development, such as attention issues, delayed language development, and decreased learning abilities. However, appropriate and targeted use of digital devices can positively enhance children's cognitive development, including improving attention, expanding language skills, and enhancing learning and memory. Based on the research findings, the paper provides the following recommendations: improving the digital environment to ensure children's healthy growth, creating a positive family environment, and enhancing training on the use of digital devices, as well as establishing guidelines for children's digital device usage.

Keywords:

digital devices, children's cognition, cognitive function, smartphone addiction

Huang,S. (2023). Impact of Children's Digital Device Usage on Their Cognitive Function: A Comprehensive Literature Analysis. Lecture Notes in Education Psychology and Public Media,26,137-142.
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References

[1]. Niu, M., Zhang, Y., & Zhou, J. Survey on the use of electronic devices among children aged 1-3 in Shanghai [J]. Shanghai Education Research, 2018(2), 56-60.

[2]. Prensky, M. Digital natives, digital immigrants part 2: Do they really think differently? [J]. On the horizon, 2001, 9(6), 1-6.

[3]. Dong, C., Cao, S., Li, H. Young children’s online learning during COVID-19 pandemic: Chinese parents’ beliefs and attitudes [J]. Children and Youth Services Review, 2020, 118, 105440.

[4]. Cao, S., & Li, H. The impact of early digital device use experiences on young children's executive functions: Progress and policy implications from brain and cognition research [J]. Early Childhood Development, 2022(04), 5-15.

[5]. Peng, D. General Psychology [M]. Beijing: Beijing Normal University Press, 2019.

[6]. Zhai, J., Chen, Y., & Wang, X. Mobile devices promote children's learning in outdoor natural environments: A systematic analysis based on empirical research abroad [J]. Modern Distance Education, 2021(05), 43-51. DOI:10.13927/j.cnki.yuan.20211002.003.

[7]. Wang, Y., & Chen, Z. Cognitive and language characteristics of children with Williams syndrome and rehabilitation implications [J]. Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine, 2023, 38(04), 561-566.

[8]. Zhu, Y. Research on the current situation of the use of educational apps by preschool children in rural areas of China [D]. Huazhong Normal University, 2020. DOI:10.27159/d.cnki.ghzsu.2020.001831.

[9]. Chen, J., & Jiang, R. Expert research findings: Screen exposure has multiple impacts on early childhood development [EB/OL]. 2022-06-07. https://news.sciencenet.cn/htmlnews/2022/6/480518.shtm.

[10]. Marc Palaus, Raquel Viejo-Sobera, Diego Redolar-Ripoll, Elena M Marrón. Cognitive Enhancement via Neuromodulation and Video Games: Synergistic Effects? [J]. Front Hum Neurosci. 2020 Jun 19;14:235. doi: 10.3389/fnhum.2020.00235. eCollection 2020.


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Huang,S. (2023). Impact of Children's Digital Device Usage on Their Cognitive Function: A Comprehensive Literature Analysis. Lecture Notes in Education Psychology and Public Media,26,137-142.

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References

[1]. Niu, M., Zhang, Y., & Zhou, J. Survey on the use of electronic devices among children aged 1-3 in Shanghai [J]. Shanghai Education Research, 2018(2), 56-60.

[2]. Prensky, M. Digital natives, digital immigrants part 2: Do they really think differently? [J]. On the horizon, 2001, 9(6), 1-6.

[3]. Dong, C., Cao, S., Li, H. Young children’s online learning during COVID-19 pandemic: Chinese parents’ beliefs and attitudes [J]. Children and Youth Services Review, 2020, 118, 105440.

[4]. Cao, S., & Li, H. The impact of early digital device use experiences on young children's executive functions: Progress and policy implications from brain and cognition research [J]. Early Childhood Development, 2022(04), 5-15.

[5]. Peng, D. General Psychology [M]. Beijing: Beijing Normal University Press, 2019.

[6]. Zhai, J., Chen, Y., & Wang, X. Mobile devices promote children's learning in outdoor natural environments: A systematic analysis based on empirical research abroad [J]. Modern Distance Education, 2021(05), 43-51. DOI:10.13927/j.cnki.yuan.20211002.003.

[7]. Wang, Y., & Chen, Z. Cognitive and language characteristics of children with Williams syndrome and rehabilitation implications [J]. Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine, 2023, 38(04), 561-566.

[8]. Zhu, Y. Research on the current situation of the use of educational apps by preschool children in rural areas of China [D]. Huazhong Normal University, 2020. DOI:10.27159/d.cnki.ghzsu.2020.001831.

[9]. Chen, J., & Jiang, R. Expert research findings: Screen exposure has multiple impacts on early childhood development [EB/OL]. 2022-06-07. https://news.sciencenet.cn/htmlnews/2022/6/480518.shtm.

[10]. Marc Palaus, Raquel Viejo-Sobera, Diego Redolar-Ripoll, Elena M Marrón. Cognitive Enhancement via Neuromodulation and Video Games: Synergistic Effects? [J]. Front Hum Neurosci. 2020 Jun 19;14:235. doi: 10.3389/fnhum.2020.00235. eCollection 2020.