Tagged: Childhood development

2:02pm

Mon October 22, 2012
Science

Study: Kids get developmental boost from phones, social media

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Instead of increasing kids’ isolation, a new study from the University of Washington suggests life on the digital frontier is helping kids reach developmental milestones.

Phones and social media help kids share personal problems and build a sense of belonging, the UW noted in a press release.

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