Experts say screen time is taking a toll on sleep and mental health

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) – Children of all ages are spending more hours than ever in front of screens — and for many teens, that number keeps climbing.

According to the CDC, about half of teenagers were spending at least four hours a day on screens in 2024.

For some, it’s how they connect with friends, do homework, or wind down before bed. But experts warn it’s also creating new challenges for developing minds…

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