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Paris (dpa) – Artificial intelligence (AI) can help children to solve tasks and get better results in school, but ultimately may hinder learning and lead to laziness and disinterest, according to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). Sophisticated AI chatbots such as Gemini, Claude and ChatGPT can improve pupils’ task performance but don't necessarily lead to learning progress, researchers with the collective of data-sharing countries said, citing new findings. When it comes to AI's ability to help children, there is also a discrepancy between task performance and genuine learning. "Offloading cognitive tasks to general-purpose chatbots creates risks of metacognitive laziness and disengagement that may deter skill acquisition in the long run," the researchers said. Pupils’ mental effort to turn answers into understanding could therefore decline. Research shows that pupils with access to AI chatbots achieve better results on tasks, the Paris-based organization said. However, that advantage disappeared and sometimes even reversed when access to the AI tool was withdrawn during exams. When students depend too much on AI, the mental processes and effort that turn answers into understanding declines, the researchers said.   By contrast, AI tools developed for educational purposes tended to deliver lasting learning improvements, the OECD said. It added that these specialized AI tools could help inexperienced teachers improve teaching quality and thus raise pupils’ learning outcomes. The organization advised deploying AI applications in schools selectively and purposefully to enrich learning, not to replace cognitive effort or weaken the human relationships at the heart of education. This suggests that one of the most effective uses is not to replace humans, but to scale expert pedagogy across a variable workforce, the OECD said. It said learning and teaching should primarily aim to develop valuable human knowledge and skills such as independent thinking and fundamental abilities across all subjects. A team of US-based researchers last year found that using AI instead of finding information using web search tools leads to no more than skin-deep knowledge, with any learnings soon turning "passive." "When individuals learn about a topic from (AI), they risk developing shallower knowledge than when they learn through standard web search, even when the core facts in the results are the same," the team said in November. The following information is not intended for publication dpa evs xxde rpm mew coh

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Dr Ian K Smith explains how to keep yourself looking and feeling youthful from your 30s to your 60s and beyond. London (PA Media/dpa) – We all know ageing is inevitable – but that doesn’t stop most of us wanting to look and feeling younger. But while there’s no mythical fountain of youth to bathe in, there are ways to slow down how ageing makes us look and feel, promises Dr Ian K Smith. In the Harvard-educated doctor’s new book, "Eat Your Age," he says: “There’s so much you can do to keep yourself looking and feeling youthful, and it doesn’t depend on how much money you have or how many times you visit the plastic surgeon. “It’s about how well you plan, how aware you are of your body and health, and the simple steps you can take to forge a path of vigour and vitality that has nothing to do with the number of candles on your birthday cake.” Smith says his book is built on the idea that the body’s nutritional, metabolic and medical needs evolve with age, and our eating habits need to evolve with them. But rather than offering a one-size-fits-all diet, he explains how to align food choices, physical activity, and preventive care with the specific demands of each decade of life. “The goal is to help slow metabolic decline, preserve muscle, reduce chronic disease risk, and extend health span – not just lifespan,” he says. “Ultimately, it empowers people to take control of ageing through practical, science-based strategies that make longevity an intentional, achievable process.” Here, Smith outlines what dietary, movement and health measures people need to take in specific decades of life to help them look and feel younger… Your 30s: Choices that shape future health The choices you make in your 30s quietly begin to shape how you age, says Smith. “While the body is still resilient, early metabolic shifts are already underway, making prevention far more powerful than correction,” he explains. “This is the time to build strong nutritional habits, consistent movement patterns, and medical awareness that will pay dividends for decades to come.” Eating for prevention Smith advises people in their 30s to shift from "calories only" thinking to nutrient density, prioritising lean protein at every meal, fibre-rich vegetables, and healthy fats, while minimising ultra-processed foods. “This decade is about preventing insulin resistance before it starts,” he says. Your metabolism is still relatively resilient, but subtle changes are occurring. Blood sugar regulation, cholesterol patterns and inflammatory markers can begin drifting in the wrong direction without obvious symptoms. “This is why there should be an emphasis on eating for prevention, not correction,” he says. “Balanced meals that combine protein, fibre and healthy fats slow digestion, reduce blood sugar spikes, and support sustained energy throughout the day.” And he warns that while skipping meals or relying heavily on refined carbohydrates may not cause immediate weight gain, it sets the stage for metabolic dysfunction later. Set consistent exercise goals Establish a consistent resistance-training routine (at least two to three days per week). “Muscle mass gained in your 30s becomes metabolic insurance later in life,” Smith explains. “Strength training improves insulin sensitivity, protects joints, and raises resting metabolic rate.” Strength training should be paired with moderate cardiovascular activity – brisk walking, cycling, or swimming – to support heart health without excessive stress, he says. Medical screening Get baseline lab tests: fasting glucose, lipid panel, blood pressure, plus waist circumference. “These markers create a personal health starting line and help identify silent risks early,” he explains. Your 40s: Strategic maintenance and metabolic protection The 40s mark a transition from building health to actively protecting it, says Smith. Hormonal changes and a gradual metabolic slowdown mean the body no longer responds the way it once did, even when habits remain unchanged. “This decade calls for smarter nutrition, more intentional exercise, and proactive screening to stay ahead of silent risks,” he says. Nutrition to support hormonal shifts As metabolic rate begins to slow, protein becomes essential for preserving lean mass and managing appetite. Hormonal shifts, particularly in estrogen, testosterone, and cortisol, start to influence how the body stores fat and responds to stress. “It’s important to spread protein evenly across meals rather than concentrating it at dinner,” stresses Smith. “This supports muscle repair, stabilises blood sugar, and reduces late-night overeating.” In addition, paying attention to portion sizes and reducing liquid calories becomes increasingly important, as caloric needs decline even when hunger doesn’t. Maintain cardiovascular fitness Incorporate higher-intensity workouts alongside strength training, Smith advises. Short bursts of interval training help maintain cardiovascular fitness and counter age-related metabolic slowdown. “Recovery matters more now,” he says. “Adequate sleep, mobility work, and rest days are essential to avoid burnout and injury.” Medical screening Begin routine bowel cancer screening discussions, and regular blood pressure, cholesterol and diabetes monitoring – especially if there’s family history. Your 50s: Preserving strength, reducing inflammation In your 50s, health becomes less about weight and more about resilience, Smith says. “Muscle loss, inflammation and chronic disease risk accelerate unless directly addressed through diet and movement. “The goal of this decade is to preserve strength, protect joints and bones, and maintain metabolic stability,” he explains. Focus on good fats, eat the rainbow Adopt a more anti-inflammatory eating pattern emphasising omega-3 fats, colourful vegetables, whole grains and reduced added sugars, advises Smith. Digestive efficiency and insulin sensitivity often decline in the 50s, making food quality more important than quantity. “Inflammation – not ageing itself – is a major driver of chronic disease,” he warns. Foods rich in antioxidants help protect blood vessels, joints and the brain. Adequate protein remains critical, but so does hydration, as thirst signals weaken with age. Mindful eating and slower meal pacing also improve digestion and nutrient absorption, he points out. Mobility work and strength training Make strength training non-negotiable, while adding balance, mobility work, and exercises that challenge stability, such as single-leg movements. “Muscle loss accelerates during this decade if not actively resisted,” he warns. Medical screening Schedule bone density testing, and have screenings for cardiovascular disease, diabetes and cancer. “Early detection dramatically improves outcomes,” he stresses. Your 60s and beyond: Sustaining independence and quality of life The focus in your 60s and beyond shifts from optimisation to preservation and targeted growth, says Smith. “Daily habits now determine mobility, cognitive health and independence more than numbers on a scale. “Eating well, moving consistently, and staying medically vigilant become the foundation for a longer, more vibrant life.” Specific nutrient needs Smith recommends focusing on adequate protein, calcium, vitamin D and hydration, while moderating total calories. “Appetite may decline, but nutrient needs remain high,” he says, pointing out that under-eating protein is a common and dangerous mistake in older adults. “Protein supports muscle strength, immune function, and recovery from illness. Meals should be simple, nutrient-dense, and easy to digest,” he explains. Stay mobile to reduce risk of falls Prioritise functional movement – strength, balance, flexibility, and walking. “The goal isn’t intensity, but consistency and safety,” says Smith. “Regular movement preserves m…

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Washington (dpa) –  "Breathe, please just breathe! It's not your time yet, Marjorie! I can't lose you like this, not here, not now!"  Such hinge moments in films and soap operas can be overwrought, but more worryingly, when TV heroes administer life-saving cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), they are probably doing so all wrong and setting a bad example for real-life lifesavers. Or at least they're using "outdated" methods, according to University of Pittsburgh medics, who worry that TV depictions of CPR could lead people astray should they need to give CPR in a life-or-death situation. TV viewers are still given the impression they should do pulse checks and mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, despite the American Heart Association’s (AHA) 2008 endorsement of "hands-only" CPR, a two-step intervention: Call the emergency services Start chest compressions According to the researchers, less than 30% of 169 TV portrayals of CPR aired since 2008 showed the proper technique, with almost half depicting pulse checks and the drama-adding mouth-to-mouth trope. "Scripted television often shows outdated CPR techniques for lay people, potentially fuelling misconceptions that could delay bystanders’ lifesaving interventions in the crucial moments after a cardiac arrest," the university said. "In my volunteer work training Pittsburgh youth in CPR, there’s a lot of confusion. We ask students, 'What’s the first thing you do?' and they say, 'Check for a pulse.' But we don’t do that in bystander CPR anymore," said Beth Hoffman of the University of Pittsburgh. Bystanders who know how to carry out CPR “can double or triple the chance of survival” for heart attack victims, the team said in a paper published in Circulation: Population Health and Outcomes, an AHA journal. The following information is not intended for publication dpa spr coh

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London (PA Media/dpa) – Stroke patients have been given their voice back thanks to a new washable device worn around the neck. University of Cambridge experts have created Revoice, a technology which could cut out the need for invasive brain implants and enables patients to communicate naturally. Revoice combines sensors and artificial intelligence to decode speech signals and emotional cues in patients to deliver words and complete sentences. The team behind it hope it could also be used by people with other conditions, such as Parkinson’s and motor neurone disease (MND). Revoice is worn as a soft and flexible choker around the neck, picking up the patient’s heart rate and tiny vibrations from throat muscles. These signals are translated speedily by the device into words. The technology can then predict which sentence the patient is trying to say and can deliver that as well. Patients can silently mouth speech, while another part of the AI can interpret emotional state and contextual information, such as the time of day or weather conditions. In a small trial with five patients with dysarthria, which is difficulty speaking that can happen after stroke, the device got everything right except 4.2% of words and 2.9% of sentences. Current technology to aid speech can be more time-consuming, requiring the patient to input letters one by one or relying on eye tracking or brain implants. Patients in speech therapy also regain words by repeating them over time. Professor Luigi Occhipinti from Cambridge’s Department of Engineering, who led the research, told the Press Association: “The device helps both the patient and the therapist to establish a more effective therapy for recovering speech, or fluency in speech.” While therapy helps people with stroke regain words through repeating them, Prof Occhipinti said “when they are asked to speak freely, they can struggle and sometimes they can feel frustrated”. He added: “We have created a device which, from the point of view of the patient, helps them communicate more effectively. “It does this in two ways – one is by capturing the signals that are associated with words, and then translating the words in a given language in a way that this can be elaborated and heard by another person through a synthesizer. “The device also captures the signals associated with a patient’s emotional status, alongside other signals associated with the environment such as time of day, temperature and so on. “This is a wearable device which is designed to be comfortable. It can be used outside a hospital setting too so that when patients are back home, they can gradually recover and restore their language function. “This is about giving people their independence back. Communication is fundamental to dignity and recovery.” People can also control the device by nodding twice to tell it if they want it to expand their words into sentences. The study, which will be built on in further research, was published in the journal Nature Communications. Participants in the study reported a 55% increase in satisfaction. "Many (stroke survivors) experience communication difficulties such as dysarthria, which affects the muscles used for speech. This can have a major impact on confidence, relationships and independence after stroke," said Juliet Bouverie, chief executive of the Stroke Association. "We welcome early-stage research exploring new ways to support stroke survivors with communication difficulties. Technologies like Revoice are at a very early stage and have so far been tested with only a small number of people, so the findings should be seen as preliminary." Bouverie called for more research to understand how effective this approach is and whom it might benefit. "Specialist stroke rehabilitation will always be essential, but as the number of stroke survivors grows, carefully tested innovations may help to complement existing support and enable more people to regain their independence." The following information is not intended for publication pa dpa coh

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Munich (dpa) – In recent decades, around 50 countries have permitted the use of cannabis for medical reasons, following claims of its apparent effectiveness against pain, depression and inflammatory bowel conditions, despite concerns about the drug's much-discussed links to psychological disorders such as psychosis. But according to researchers led by Winfried Häuser of Germany's Technical University of Munich, the jury is still out when it comes to whether cannabis helps ease chronic nerve pain. In a paper published by the Cochrane Review, a medical journal, the team said there is little to no "high-quality evidence that cannabis-based medicines reduce neuropathic pain more than placebo across the three types of medicines." "While some small improvements were reported by patients," the researchers said, such differences "were not large enough to be considered clinically meaningful." "Due to a lack of robust evidence, the benefits and harms of cannabis-based medicines are unclear," the researchers asserted in their paper. "We need larger, well-designed studies with a treatment duration of at least 12 weeks that include people with comorbid physical illnesses and mental health conditions to fully understand the benefits and harms of cannabis-based medicines," said Häuser. Cannabis has been touted as a potential difference-maker for sufferers of such nerve pain as conventional treatments often do not work either. However, people taking cannabis to treat nerve pain instead saw "increases in symptoms such as dizziness and drowsiness," the team reported, citing what recreational smokers of cannabis will recognize as among the typical effects of the drug. The researchers are the latest to question the medical efficacy of cannabis. In December 2025, a University of California Los Angeles team said that "evidence remains either inconclusive or lacking." Another group of scientists led by the University of Oregon's Roger Chou said they found no more than "limited short-term benefit for chronic pain" but "increased risk of adverse effects" from using cannabis as a medicine. The following information is not intended for publication dpa spr coh

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Lung cancer remains the most common cause of cancer deaths in EU countries, and yet in almost all age groups there are falling mortality rates. Is an anti-tobacco policy paying off? Rome (dpa) – The mortality rate for lung cancer continues to decline in the European Union (EU) among both women and men, with quitting smoking still seen as a key factor in improving survival rates, scientists say. "Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer death in both sexes in the EU," says Carlo La Vecchia, who heads a Milan University research group. While the mortality rate among men has been falling since around 1990, it continued to rise among women until the 2010s, albeit at a significantly lower level than among men. Among lung cancer sufferers, there will be 23 deaths per 100,000 inhabitants for men and 12 for women in the year ahead, according to an age-adjusted forecast by the research team. But senior citizens are an exception There is one exception to the decline in mortality rates: for women aged 75 and over. For this group, the mortality rate rises to 151, an increase of 19% compared to 2015 to 2019. The trend is similar in other EU countries. That is due to people's smoking habits, says the research team. While men start smoking earlier than women, they also quit earlier. Smoking is a key factor in cancer mortality, the findings show, says La Vecchia in a statement from the European Society for Medical Oncology, which publishes the journal. "Reducing tobacco consumption remains the cornerstone of lung cancer prevention and also plays a role in the prevention of other cancers, such as pancreatic cancer." Healthier diets and medical advances are also boosting survival rates. Outlook best for the young The largest decline compared to the reference period for the 25 to 44 age group, namely more than 40% with low overall case numbers, the scientists say in the journal Annals of Oncology, where the study can be found. "Our previous cancer mortality forecasts for Europe have proven to be reliable," say the authors. This is their 16th prediction of cancer mortality rates in the current year for numerous European countries. They forecast the rates based on data from the World Health Organization and the United Nations from 1970 to 2022 to determine values for 2026, using computer models. Positive developments for other types of cancer too With a few exceptions, the declining figures also apply to other types of cancer. Taking all types of cancer together, the researchers predict a mortality rate of 114 per 100,000 men in the EU in 2026, which would be a decline of just under 8% compared to the period from 2020 to 2022. For women, the mortality rate in 2026 will be 75 per 100,000, a decline of 6%. One exception is pancreatic cancer in women, where the mortality rate has risen by 1% compared to 2020 to 2022; the rate is now 6 per 100,000. While mortality rates are falling, the absolute number of cases has risen due to the ageing population. When to see a doctor If you have concerns about your lung health, Britain's National Health Service has this advice for when to see a doctor, namely if you have: A cough that lasts for more than three weeks. A cough that changes or a cough you've had for a long time that gets worse. Chest pains that persist. Shortness of breath. Coughing up blood. Ongoing chest infections. Unexplained weight loss or tiredness. Apps may help you kick the habit Smokers trying to quit may find apps beneficial, according to a recent study. Researchers say apps designed to help smoking cessation are particularly effective when used alongside medicines to help you stop. But even when used as a single tool they can be effective as a quit aid, say Chinese researchers who pooled the information from 31 studies involving 12,800 people. They found that smartphone apps used alone may improve the odds of a person quitting for six months compared with no or minimal support. The rates were even better when people used apps and traditional interventions and medicines. What governments can do "Increasing tobacco taxes, implementing advertising bans, creating smoke-free environments and providing support for smoking cessation," will further slash cancer mortality rates, say the authors of the latest study. These will help reduce "regional and socioeconomic disparities and achieve a sustainable reduction in cancer mortality across Europe." Combating obesity, improving dietary habits, controlling alcohol consumption and expanding and improving the population screening for early detection of cervical, breast and colorectal cancer are still key strategies in cancer prevention, they say. The following information is not intended for publication dpa fm zlw swe xxde arw coh

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Geneva (dpa) – Sugary drinks and alcoholic beverages are too cheap because they are not taxed enough, leading to higher rates of obesity, diabetes and other diseases, the World Health Organization (WHO) says. Children and young adults are especially affected, the WHO says in a statement after releasing two global reports. There should be taxes on such drinks or higher taxes if they are already in place, says the WHO. This would make them more expensive and therefore less likely to be consumed, while also generating more money for health care. Worldwide, 116 countries now tax soft drinks and other sugary beverages, according to WHO figures, many other high-sugar drinks remain untaxed, such as 100% fruit juices, sweetened milk drinks and ready-made coffees or teas. "Health taxes are one of the strongest tools we have for promoting health and preventing disease," says WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. The WHO also noted out that at least 25 countries, mainly in Europe, including Germany, do not have excise taxes on wine. Unlike wine, spirits such as fruit brandy, cognac, vodka, whisky or Korn are subject to alcohol tax, and beer is subject to a beer tax. Alcohol consumption can lead to violence, injuries and illness, says WHO director Etienne Krug. “While industry profits, the public often carries the health consequences and society the economic costs,” Krug says. The following information is not intended for publication dpa oe xxde mew mlm arw

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Berlin (dpa) –  British scientists have made a potentially important discovery related to dementia and Alzheimer’s disease that could pave the way for the development of drugs to treat the conditions. In a paper published by npj dementia, a Nature journal, University College London (UCL) researchers point to a gene called APOE as “probably” linked to half of all dementia cases and “potentially” 90% of those of Alzheimer’s. According to UCL, the findings suggest that the gene and a related protein could be an “under-recognised target for drug development, which could have the scope to prevent or treat a large proportion of all dementia.” While APOE has long been linked to the diseases, according to the UCL team, their findings suggest that the connection has been “underestimated.”  The key to preventing dementia onset, according to UCL’s Dylan Williams, could be to figure out a way to stop the gene’s effects in their tracks and in turn to figure out how the gene interacts with other potential contributors to onset, such as isolation or even cholesterol levels. “We may be able to prevent most disease from occurring,” Williams says, following the team’s research into datasets covering over 450,000 people. ““Nonetheless, we should not overlook the fact that without the contributions of APOE, most Alzheimer’s disease cases would not occur, irrespective of what other factors are inherited or experienced by carriers of these variants throughout life,” Williams adds. Published on January 9, the UCL findings came shortly after a University of Exeter and Banner Health team said they had found that Alzheimer's indications can be picked up in a routine finger-prick blood sample. In early January, the University of Rochester announced findings shedding more light on why women appear more vulnerable to dementia onset than men, with brain immune cells fingered as the likely cause. The following information is not intended for publication dpa spr arw

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Berlin (dpa) –  People who gnaw like beavers on fingernails, idle when given work to do or “ghost” friends and dates can come across as skittish, lazy to the point of being sackable, or obnoxiously narcissistic. But such self-vandalism could well be rooted in survival instincts. So says psychologist Charlie Heriot-Maitland, who in his newly-published "Controlled Explosions in Mental Health" seeks to explain why people seemingly cannot help but engage in reputation-damaging “small harms" and "self-sabotaging." “Someone may procrastinate starting a project, causing themselves harm, but trying to prevent a higher-stakes harm of failure or rejection,” publisher Taylor & Francis says in a press release promoting the book. According to Heriot-Maitland, a possible explanation lies in how human instinct leans more towards self-preservation than it does to rolling the dice on success or failure – particularly when the outcome depends on the whims and moods of others as much as it does on the merits of one’s own efforts. “Our brain would rather we were the arbiter of our own downfall than risk being floored by something external. It would rather we were well-rehearsed in receiving internally-created hostility than risk being unprepared for it from others,” Heriot-Maitland says. “Our brain is a survival machine. It is programmed not to optimize our happiness and well-being, but to keep us alive,” the psychologist says. Deep down, people do not like surprises and want to sidestep being caught on the hop. The following information is not intended for publication dpa spr arw

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From limited attention spans to moodiness, there are a number of cognitive effects from excessive screen time, research shows. London (PA Media/dpa) – New government research indicates that increased screen time may be linked to poorer vocabulary development in toddlers. Findings came from The Children of the 2020s (COT20s) study where primary caregivers were asked to complete an online survey when their child was around two years old (between 24 and 28 months), between October 2023 and February 2024. In total, 4,758 surveys were completed. Results from the surveys found that children in the highest screen time group – averaging around five hours a day – were able to say, on average, 53% of the 34 test words, compared with 65% among children in the lowest screen time group, who averaged just 44 minutes per day. Here are five ways that screen time could affect your child’s brain… Are children more vulnerable to the effects of screen time than adults? “Children’s brains are like sponges that are soaking up experiences at an incredible rate,” says Dr Samir Shah, consultant psychiatrist and medical director at Priory Hospital Altrincham. “Key developmental periods particularly before the age of five and during the pre-teen years are when the brain undergoes the most rapid growth. “Too much screen time during these stages could have longer-lasting effects compared to adults.” Torkel Klingberg, professor of cognitive neuroscience at the Karolinska Institutet and founding scientist at memory training app Nuroe, agrees and adds: “The development of cognitive abilities during childhood and adolescence is absolutely crucial. It’s a time of neuroplasticity, and it’s crucial for education and adult performance.” 1. Impacts attention span and focus “We [at the Karolinska Institutet] recently published results from a large study following more than 8,000 children between the ages of 10 and 14 and mapped the amount of time they either spent on social media or gaming or TV, and we found that it was specifically social media time that was associated with increased symptoms of inattention,” says Klingberg. “For example, they reported problems focusing for a longer period of time, getting easily distracted and had problems completing homework.” 2. Negative impact on mood and mental health “Research has shown us that teenagers and children who spend more than four hours per day on screens are more likely to experience higher levels of anxiety and depression,” highlights Shah. “The constant and persistent stimulation of digital screens can leave young minds feeling overstimulated with higher dopamine levels but emotionally unfulfilled. “Children who spend a lot of time on screens can also sometimes find it harder to manage frustration and irritation.” It could also impact their ability to pick up on social cues. “Less face-to-face and direct interaction means fewer opportunities and chances to practise important social and executive skills like empathy and resolving conflicts,” explains Shah. 3. Sleep deprivation “Another big aspect of this is that screen time and social media is crowding out time for other things such as sport, in-person interactions and importantly sleep,” highlights Klingberg. “There’s so much research showing the importance of sleep for both psychological wellbeing and cognitive performance, and this is especially important in young growing brains. “Lack of sleep can affect long-term memory, attention memory and working memory.” 4. Impacts problem-solving skills and memory “Constant distractions online means that children are often deprived of the ability to focus for a longer time and are missing out on the cognitive challenges that drive and benefit cognitive development, which includes both attention and working memory,” says Klingberg. “We know that working memory is something that can be developed by training, so I think part of it is trying to reduce children’s use of social media and to instead spend time on more focus-demanding activities, such as reading or homework, for example.” 5. Disrupts reward systems “Regular screens trigger the release of dopamine which is the brain’s ‘feel-good’ chemical. This then creates a cycle of craving more screen time to get that same buzz or effect,” explains Shah. “It’s a bit like checking the door repeatedly and hoping for an exciting visitor. Over time, real world and realistic activities can start to feel less rewarding by comparison. This is why children and teenagers who use screens regularly struggle to maintain or build meaningful social connections.” The following information is not intended for publication pa dpa coh

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