About The Study: In this systematic review and meta-analysis, digital media use was consistently associated with risks to child and adolescent health and development, particularly for social media. These findings highlight the need for targeted, multifaceted policies and interventions to mitigate potential harms from digital media exposure.
Corresponding Author: To contact the corresponding author, Samantha Teague, PhD, email sam.teague@jcu.edu.au .
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(doi:10.1001/jamapediatrics.2026.0085)
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