Excessive screen time among young Malaysian children: associated factors and influences on behaviour and development
We found no significant association between screen time and the risk of developmental and behavioural problems. However, one-third of the study participants were engaged in excessive screen time. Children in mixed care environments were more likely to have excessive screen time, highlighting the need for targeted guidance for caregivers in these settings.
Authors
- Aisha Fadhilah Abang Abdullah (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5389-1431)
- Intan Hakimah Ismail (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4614-0140)
- Nurdiyana Nasrudin (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9076-9184)
- Nor Azyati Yusoff
- A A Rashid
- Husna Musa
- Nor Izzah Kamilah Uda Yahaya
- Ahmad Zaid Ismail
Institutions
- Universiti Putra Malaysia (MY)
- Universiti Teknologi MARA (MY)
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMJ Paediatrics Open
- Published
- 2026-02-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjpo-2025-003993
- Primary Topic
- Child Development and Digital Technology
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Universiti Putra Malaysia