It is often argued that the amount of screen time of children should be limited. There are many types of electronics that are becoming more available for young children. Studies also show that there are physical and mental impacts caused by too much screen time. Too much screen time effects child development as well. Parents should set a limit for their children to benefit their health. With all of the different kinds of screens found in today's homes, young children are exposed to almost 7.5 hours of screen time on a daily basis. This is well above the 1-2 hours per day suggested by the American Academy of Pediatrics. In just two years, between 2011 and 2013, children ages 8 and under doubled their use of devices with screens. With
