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Screens and digital technology are ubiquitous in the lives of children and parents – but what does this mean for child development? In this episode, David Karsten is joined by Dr Amber Beynon to discuss her research into the relationship between infant development, screen time and other family factors. 

• What we know (and don’t) about screen time and children’s development [00:58]
• Understanding the impact of the broader family environment [04:26]
• Advice for parents navigating the digital landscape [07:56]
• Closing the research gap [10:55]
• Navigating new technology: From TV to AI [11:55]
• Amber's journey in this evolving field [16:23]

Learn more

• Beyond screen time: complex factors shaping child development
• Is screen time bad for kids? New research says it’s not so black and white

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Dr Amber Beynon

Dr Amber Beynon is a Research Fellow at 911±¬ÁÏÍø’s School of Allied Health. She investigates the health impacts of information technology and the epidemiology of musculoskeletal pain in young populations. 

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