Balancing Emotions and Electronics for Preschoolers
This study tests a program to help families of preschoolers reduce screen time and manage emotions. It may help if your child struggles with screen use and you are looking for support.
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Who can take part
- You must be the child's caregiver and have concerns about how much they use screens
- Your child must be between 2.5 and 4.5 years old (30 to 54 months)
- You must speak English at home
- Your child cannot have an intellectual disability, global developmental delay, or autism spectrum disorder
- Your child cannot be in the custody of the Department of Children and Families (DCF)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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