Abstract
The increase in the prevalence of smartphones and mobile devices has spurred changes in the caregiving environment of infants and young children, as phones and mobile devices are used at times during caregiving and in caregiving spaces. This use could create disruptions and cause distractions during parenting (termed technoference). This article summarizes the potential impacts on parent responsiveness and the experiences of infants and young children. Yet, it also warns that it is important to consider the reason for and type of parent use. Finally, the article ends with practical tips for working with parents concerning mobile device use.
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
12-17-2020
Publication Title
Zero to Three
First Page
30
Last Page
36
Recommended Citation
McDaniel, B. T. (2020). Technoference: Parent mobile device use and implications for children and parent-child relationships. Zero To Three, 41(2), 30-36.