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Prevalence and Determinants of Screen-Viewing in Children Under Two Years in Suva, Fiji

Nileshni Devi1, Masoud Mohammadnezhad2, Amelia Turagabeci1

  • 1Fiji National University, Suva, Fiji.

Indian Pediatrics
|January 7, 2022
PubMed

Insights

Screen-viewing affects 66.2% of young children in Fiji, with higher rates in older infants. Parental caregiving and device availability are key factors, highlighting the need for parental guidance on early screen exposure.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Public Health
  • Child Development

Background:

  • Screen-viewing habits are emerging globally among young children.
  • Understanding early exposure determinants is crucial for child development interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of screen-viewing in children under two years old in Suva, Fiji.
  • To identify factors influencing screen-viewing behavior in this age group.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study involving 379 children and their guardians at three maternal and child health (MCH) clinics.
  • Data collected via a 20-item self-administered questionnaire.

Main Results:

  • Screen-viewing prevalence was 66.2%, significantly higher in children aged 12-24 months (89%) versus under 12 months (57%).
  • Parental daytime caregiving, iTaukei ethnicity, and younger age (<12 months) were associated with screen-viewing.
  • Home availability of screen devices showed a significant relationship with children's screen-viewing behavior.

Conclusions:

  • Early exposure and adaptation to screen-viewing are evident in young Fijian children.
  • Several determinants influence this behavior, underscoring the need for parental anticipatory guidance.
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