16% decrease in infants' speech input when mothers use cell phones at home, per UT Austin study.
A study by the University of Texas at Austin reveals a 16% decrease in infants' speech input when mothers use their cell phones during real-world interactions at home. Maternal phone use had stronger effects on speech input during specific hours of the day, potentially reflecting varying phone use during infant care. The researchers advise new parents to be aware of the impact phones may have on language development and engagement with infants.
June 26, 2024
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