A longitudinal study of infants from birth to age 3 found no cognitive benefit from TV viewing before the age of 2, according to researchers at Children's Hospital Boston and Harvard Medical School. Current guidelines from the American Association of Pediatrics recommend no 
TV viewing for under-2-year-olds, contrary to some marketing claims. Although the
researchers did not find that TV viewing did any actual harm to the children, they warn that other studies have shown serious effects, including an increased risk of obesity, attention problems and decreased sleep quality.
TV viewing for under-2-year-olds, contrary to some marketing claims. Although the researchers did not find that TV viewing did any actual harm to the children, they warn that other studies have shown serious effects, including an increased risk of obesity, attention problems and decreased sleep quality.
Kelly Puente joined the Press-Telegram in 2006 as an editorial assistant and eventually worked her way up to general assignement reporter. Over the years, she’s covered everything from crime and breaking news to human interest and the cities of Bellflower and Cerritos. Kelly is a Long Beach resident and graduate of Cal State Long Beach. She’s new to the education beat and is looking for great stories.
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