Assessment of Risk of Behavioral Problems in Children Below Five Years in Relation to Screen Time: A Cross-Sectional Study

The present study found that almost all children below five years are exposed to digital devices, with the majority of children exceeding the recommended screen time guidelines, and they mostly use it for entertainment purposes. During this period, exposure of children to screens is significantly associated with the risk of behavioral problems. It was observed that excessive screen time, less time spent by parents with their children, and use of multiple devices are significant predictors of increasing risk of behavioral problems in children below five years.