ERIC Number: EJ1289007
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2020
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Technoference: Parent Mobile Device Use and Implications for Children and Parent-Child Relationships
McDaniel, Brandon T.
ZERO TO THREE, v41 n2 p30-36 2020
The increase in the prevalence of smartphones and mobile devices has spurred changes in the caregiving environment of infants and young children, as phones and mobile devices are used at times during caregiving and in caregiving spaces. This use could create disruptions and cause distractions during parenting (termed technoference). This article summarizes the potential impacts on parent responsiveness and the experiences of infants and young children. Yet, it also warns that it is important to consider the reason for and type of parent use. Finally, the article ends with practical tips for working with parents concerning mobile device use.
Descriptors: Handheld Devices, Parent Child Relationship, Infants, Young Children, Child Rearing, Influence of Technology
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