Evaluate a Local Program to Reduce the Risky Use of Screens by Children Under 3, Based on the Experience of Parents Who Successfully Stopped This Exposure.
This study aims to understand how some parents successfully helped their children, under three years old, reduce or stop using screens. We know that too much screen time early in life can affect a child's development, especially in certain communities. Currently, we don't fully understand what encourages parents to make these changes or what challenges they face. Our research will start by talking to parents who have managed to reduce their child's screen time. Their experiences will help us design a new support program. Once developed, this program will be tested more widely to see if it can help many families improve their children's screen habits.
At a glance
What is this study about?
Too much screen time at a very young age (under 3) can sometimes affect how a child's brain develops. We've noticed that this issue is more common in some areas, particularly among families who might be struggling a bit more. However, we don't really know what motivates parents to reduce screen time for their little ones, what helps them, or what makes it difficult.
This study is quite unique because it starts by listening to parents who have already succeeded in reducing their child's screen use before they turn three. We'll be asking them about their challenges and successes. Their valuable insights will help us create a new, practical program to support other families in reducing early screen exposure.
After we've developed this program based on real-life experience, we plan to test it out in a larger study to see how well it works for many families. The overall goal is to help young children have the best start in life by supporting parents in managing screen time effectively.
Key takeaways
- The study wants to learn from parents who have reduced screen time for their children under 3.
- This research aims to create a new program to help other families manage screen use.
- Participation involves sharing your personal insights through interviews.
- Your experiences can help improve support for early child development.
- There are no physical risks involved in taking part.
Who may be eligible?
To join the first part of this study, you need to be a parent living in Saint-Denis, France. You must have successfully reduced or stopped your child's screen time before their third birthday. This change in screen use will be checked through your health records.
Your child also needs to have started this screen-free period at least three months ago. You must also be happy for your information to be used for this research.
You wouldn't be able to join if you don't speak French, if your child has a severe nerve or sensor-related health problem, or if your child's parents share care and managing screen time in both homes would be too difficult. If you don't want your information used for the study, you also wouldn't be eligible.
Could this study suit you?
Answer these quick questions to see if you may be eligible. This is a guide only — the research team makes the final call.
- Do you live in Saint-Denis, France?
- Have you successfully reduced or stopped your child's screen time before their 3rd birthday?
- Has it been at least 3 months since you reduced your child's screen time?
- Are you happy for your health information to be used for research?
- Do you speak French?
What does participation involve?
If you take part in the initial phase, your involvement will be based on sharing your experiences. You won't be given any new treatments or asked to change anything about your child's screen habits during this stage. Instead, researchers will contact you by phone after your child's regular check-ups where you've reported successfully reducing screen time.
You'll be asked to take part in an interview about your journey. This interview will cover what led to screen exposure, what made you decide to make a change, and the practical ups and downs of changing screen habits for your family. The information gathered from these interviews will then be used to help design the new support program for other parents.
Potential risks and benefits
Locations (1)
- Centre Hopitalier de Saint-DenisVerified postcodeSaint-Denis, France
Common questions
What is the main goal of this study?
The main goal is to learn from parents who have successfully reduced screen time for their young children and use that knowledge to create a program to help other families.
Will my child receive any special treatment?
No, this first part of the study is about understanding parents' experiences, not giving treatments. Any changes to your child's health would be part of their usual care.
What kind of questions will I be asked?
You'll be asked about why your child used screens, what made you decide to reduce screen time, and what helped or hindered you during that process.
Who is funding this research?
The information provided doesn't specify the funding body, but it is a clinical research study.
Will my answers be kept private?
Yes, all your responses and personal information will be kept confidential and used only for research purposes.
How to find out more
Always speak to your GP or specialist before deciding to take part in a study.
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