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At what age and how is it appropriate for children to start using screens?

The WHO provides recommendations on screen use in childhood:

  • Children under one year old: It is not recommended that they spend time in front of screens.
  • From 1 to 2 years: It is not recommended that they spend time in sedentary activities in front of a screen (such as watching television or videos or playing games on screens).
  • 2 years: Time spent on sedentary activities in front of a screen should not exceed one hour; and the less, the better.
  • From 3 to 4 years old : screen time should also not exceed one hour.

It is recommended to replace the time children spend alone in front of a screen with more active and shared games.