Parent-Reported Screen Time in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: Its Association with Behavioural and Psychological Outcomes
- Apr 14
- 1 min read
Summary:
Children today spend a large part of their daily lives using screens such as tablets, phones, televisions and video games. This research project aims to better understand the relationships between screen time and behavioural and psychological factors in children with autism aged 6 to 10 years old. The study will focus on parents’ reports of their child’s screen use and their child’s everyday behaviours and emotions.
Researchers:
Mariah Lisi & Supervisor: Dr. Miranda D'Amico
Who can participate?
Participants will be parents or primary caregivers of children aged 6 to 10 years who have a confirmed diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Inclusion: - Parent or primary caregiver of a child aged 6-10 years old - Child has a confirmed ASD diagnosis - Child uses at least one form of screen-based technology daily (tablet, television, smartphone, etc.) - Parent/caregiver is able to read and respond to an online questionnaire
What's involved?
Participants will complete a secure online survey (approximately 20 minutes), which includes:
a. Demographic questions.
b. The ScreenQ, a parent-report questionnaire assessing children’s screen use.
c. The Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ), assessing behavioural and emotional outcomes.
d. Structured questions regarding reasons for allowing screen use.
Deadline to participate: May 1, 2026
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