The Immediate Impacts of TV Programs on Preschoolers’ Executive Functions and Attention: A Systematic Review

Peer-Reviewed Study · Sara Arian Namazi; S. Sadeghi · April 24, 2024

2024 review of 15 studies covering 1,855 children aged 2 to 7. Fantasy content more clearly hurt self-control, while results on fast pacing were mixed.

Fifteen papers involving 1855 participants aged 2–7 years fulfilled all the inclusion criteria for this review and were entered into the narrative synthesis. Despite the challenge of reaching general conclusions and encountering conflicting outcomes, a nuanced analysis reveals distinct patterns within various subgroups.

2024 review of 15 studies covering 1,855 children aged 2 to 7. Fantasy content more clearly hurt self-control, while results on fast pacing were mixed.

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