DOI: https://doi.org/10.36347/sjmcr.2025.v13i11.019

Pages: 2742-2743

Parental use of digital screens has become ubiquitous in modern family life. While technology offers educational and entertainment benefits, excessive parental screen use may impact the emotional availability of caregivers, potentially influencing young children's emotional regulation. This narrative review examines the current literature on the relationship between parental screen exposure and children's emotional development, highlighting mechanisms such as reduced parent-child interaction, decreased co-regulation opportunities, and diminished emotional attunement. Protective factors including mindful screen use, co-viewing, and structured limits are discussed. Awareness of these dynamics is crucial for promoting healthy parent-child relationships and supporting children's emotional competence. Future research should focus on establishing causal links and developing evidence-based interventions.