The relationship of chronotype and sleep habits with smartphone and tablet addiction among children: A cross-sectional study

< 0.05). Children with an evening chronotype appear more susceptible to both poor sleep habits and smartphone/tablet addiction. These findings, in line with previous research on adolescents and adults, support the notion that circadian misalignment plays a pivotal role in technology-related behavioral risks. Early identification of chronotype and the implementation of strategies to promote healthier sleep schedules may be beneficial for fostering healthier sleep patterns and more balanced device use among children.

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Chronobiology International
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2026-05-23
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https://doi.org/10.1080/07420528.2026.2678271
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Sleep and related disorders
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The relationship of chronotype and sleep habits with smartphone and tablet addiction among children: A cross-sectional study

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The relationship of chronotype and sleep habits with smartphone and tablet addiction among children: A cross-sectional study

Behzad Garmabi, Kiavash Mokhtarpour, Tayebeh Mohtashami
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< 0.05). Children with an evening chronotype appear more susceptible to both poor sleep habits and smartphone/tablet addiction. These findings, in line with previous research on adolescents and adults, support the notion that circadian misalignment plays a pivotal role in technology-related behavioral risks. Early identification of chronotype and the implementation of strategies to promote healthier sleep schedules may be beneficial for fostering healthier sleep patterns and more balanced device use among children.

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Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences (IR), Shahroud University of Medical Sciences (IR)
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