As more parents raise their children on a steady diet of smartphones and tablets, research are beginning to ask how the use of touch screen devices affects cognitive and speech development, especially among young children. Developmental psychologist Siew Ju Li discusses the latest research.

<p>As more parents raise their children on a steady diet of smartphones and tablets, research are beginning to ask how the use of touch screen devices affects cognitive and speech development, especially among young children. Developmental psychologist Siew Ju Li discusses the latest research.</p>

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