Media Ilmu Kesehatan
Vol 15 No 1 (2026): Media Ilmu Kesehatan

The Relationship Between Smartphone Usage Duration and Cognitive Development in Children Aged 4-6 Years

Titis Sensussiana (Universitas Kusuma Husada Surakarta)
Mutiara Dewi Listyanawati (Universitas Kusuma Husada Surakarta)
Noerma Shovie Rizqiea (Universitas Kusuma Husada Surakarta)
Endang Zulaicha Susilaningsih (Universitas Kusuma Husada Surakarta)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Apr 2026

Abstract

Background: Prolonged and continuous smartphone use, even from infancy, can have adverse effects on personality and intellectual development.Objective: The purpose of this study to determine the relationship between the duration of smartphone use and the cognitive development of children aged 4–6 years.Methods: This research method uses quantitative research method. The study population consists of 74 students, and sampling was conducted using total sampling.Results: This research method used quantitative methods. The population was 74 students and the sampling method was total sampling. The data collection questionnaire used a standardized KPSP, while for the duration of gadget use, a checklist was used. The results of this study showed a significant relationship between the duration of smartphone use and the cognitive abilities of children aged 4-6 years at TK Negeri 1 Pembina Jebres, as proven by statistical tests showing a p-value <0.000.Conclusion: Parents should monitor their children when they use smartphones and ensure they observe the set time limits.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

mik

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Subject

Health Professions Medicine & Pharmacology Nursing Public Health

Description

Media Ilmu Kesehatan is a scientific journal that aims to publish and disseminate various scientific papersto add insight and science in the health field. Media Ilmu Kesehatan accepts original research scientific manuscripts and literature reviews. The minimum bibliography included in the article is ...