Study finds blue light from screens may accelerate puberty in rats, sparking concern for human children.
A recent study on rats shows that prolonged exposure to blue light from devices like smartphones and tablets may lead to early puberty by accelerating bone growth. Researchers from Gazi University in Turkey found rats exposed to blue light had faster bone maturation and entered puberty sooner. While the study cannot directly apply to humans, it highlights the need for further research on the effects of screen use on children's development.
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