2025 Digital Media and Developing Minds International Scientific Congress
Washington, D.C.
Growing Up Online: Understanding Youth Internet Trends, Subcultures, and Relationships
Where and how are children and teens spending their time online, and what is the nature of the cultures and relationships they are forming there? How are these affecting their offline development and sense of self?
Donate Now: Fund the Research Children Need to Thrive
With the rapid advancement of technology like AI and virtual reality, it’s more important than ever to chart a path together that keeps children’s well-being at the center of our decisions. Help us fund the next frontier of research!
AI's Impact on Children's Social and Cognitive Development | Ying Xu, PhD
Online Misinformation and Disinformation
A tip sheet for parents and caregivers
Children and Screens Announces Groundbreaking Handbook on Digital Media’s Impact on Children and Adolescents
New research-based resource guides policymakers, educators, and parents in navigating the complex digital landscape for kids
Our in-person and virtual events bridge the knowledge gap between researchers, clinicians, parents, and families. See all events.
Yalda T. Uhls, PhD
Founder and CEO of the Center for Scholars & Storytellers, University of California, Los Angeles
Bradley J. Bond, PhD
Professor of Communication, University of San Diego
Chia-chen Yang, PhD
Associate Professor of Educational Psychology, Oklahoma State University
Sara Grimes, PhD
Wolfe Chair in Scientific and Technological Literacy and Full Professor, Communication Studies, McGill University
Trevor Boffone, PhD
Lecturer in the Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Program, University of Houston; Social Media Manager, Fun Love Media
Yalda T. Uhls, PhD
Founder and CEO of the Center for Scholars & Storytellers, University of California, Los Angeles
Bradley J. Bond, PhD
Professor of Communication, University of San Diego
Chia-chen Yang, PhD
Associate Professor of Educational Psychology, Oklahoma State University
Sara Grimes, PhD
Wolfe Chair in Scientific and Technological Literacy and Full Professor, Communication Studies, McGill University
Trevor Boffone, PhD
Lecturer in the Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Program, University of Houston; Social Media Manager, Fun Love Media
Neurodiversity
…refers to the idea that individuals experience and interact with the world in different ways, with no “right” way of thinking, learning, and behaving, often in the context of autism spectrum disorder and other neurological or developmental disorders.
Neurodiversity…means that neurological differences are authentic forms of human diversity…who is neurodivergent or neurotypical is heavily shaped by context, interactions, and situations."
On Neurodiversity
Neurodivergent Children and Media Use | Meryl Alper, PhD
Nurturing the Neurodivergent: Unique Considerations for Youth Screen Use
What should parents and caregivers know about the unique risks and opportunities for neurodivergent youth when introducing and monitoring the use of digital media?
ADHD Youth and Digital Media Use
A guide for parents and caregivers
Screens, Students, and ASD
How can families optimize virtual learning for children on the autism spectrum?
Digital Media, Cognition, and Brain Development: Summary and Recommendations
Summary and Recommendations found in the "Handbook of Children and Screens: Digital Media, Development, and Well-Being from Birth Through Adolescence," Part One: Research Concerning Cognitive, Physical, Mental, and Psychosocial Impacts on Children, Digital Media, Cognition, and Brain Development Section (pages 7-60)
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