Archive · 7 Jun 2025
Study: Over 81% of Children Use Screens While Eating
A recent study found that most kids watch screens while eating.
This happens because parents want kids to eat their food.
However, experts warn that it's not good for kids.
Kids miss the taste and smell of their food when they are watching screens, so they might not eat healthy food.
It can also affect how they learn to talk and get along with others because they are not having family conversations at the table.
Finally, too much screen time might make kids' eyes tired, possibly causing them to need glasses.
A study found over 81% of children use screens while eating.
The study surveyed 940 children under ten in Rajkot.
Children miss sensory experiences, possibly leading to nutritional imbalances.
Family mealtime conversations, beneficial for language and social skills, are missed.
Excessive screen time may strain young eyes, potentially causing vision problems.
- Who
- Children under ten in Rajkot.
- What
- Over 81% of children use screens while eating meals.
- When
- The study was recently conducted.
- Where
- Rajkot
- Why
- Children may experience nutritional and social problems from screen dependency, according to the advisory.
Parents
Saurashtra University
Mealtime Screen Use
Parents
Parents often let children use screens during meals to ensure they eat.
Saurashtra University
SU's advisory says screen use can negatively impact child development.
- Children Using Screens
- 81%+
- Children Surveyed
- 940
- Location
- Rajkot
- Age Group
- Under 10
- Potential Impact
- Mental and physical well-being