40 - No Tech for Kids?

Great Distraction

Early on as tablet and smartphone devices began hitting mainstream consumers there was a good amount of backlash from the science community and even tech leaders regarding usage by small children. Silicon Valley moguls were quoted stating they limit or do not allow their children to use mobile devices. There were also numerous studies and research showing how looking at these displays can have negative effects during early child development. Then it all kind of went silent. In this episode we discuss what happened and where the market and science seem to stand on the matter today. Are these devices safe or healthy for your kids?