Maryam Abdoli, Mohadeseh Khoshgoftar, Hosin Jadidi, Seyede Shahrbanoo Daniali, Roya Kelishadi
BACKGROUND: The extensive use of various electronic games and communication devices, particularly among children and adolescents, has raised concerns, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study investigated the link between screen time and internalizing disorders, such as anxiety and depression, among individuals aged ≤18 during the global COVID-19 pandemic. METHODS: This systematic review aims to summarize scientific publications from 2019 to early 2022 by searching databases, including the Cochrane Library, PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, and PsycINFO, to identify suitable studies...
2024: International Journal of Preventive Medicine