A systematic review by doctors in Bahrain has raised concerns about the age at which children are first exposed to smartphones and tablets, as well as the amount of time they spend using them, with some introduced to the devices before their first birthday.
The review found that some young people spend more than eight hours a day online, prompting researchers to urge schools and healthcare professionals to address excessive screen use. They warned that prolonged screen time can disrupt sleep and reduce participation in healthy activities.
