Boys generally have higher overall screen time than girls, averaging 5.2 hours daily on screens, excluding schoolwork, according to a new analysis. Illustration: Caroline Niegaard

Young people’s well-being is linked to their screen time, according to a new analysis. At a certain point, their well-being begins to decline.

Even a small amount of screen time can negatively impact young people's well-being

Boys generally have higher overall screen time than girls, averaging 5.2 hours daily on screens, excluding schoolwork, according to a new analysis. Illustration: Caroline Niegaard
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Young people with high screen time experience lower well-being

A new analysis from the Danish Evaluation Institute (EVA), based on data from nearly 5,000 high school and vocational school students, reveals this trend.

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