Excess screen time has been linked to issues with eye-sight.
Parents of children presenting with behavioural or emotional difficulties should "look at their screen time and se the impact that it's having".
That's according to Sensory Informed Neuro Developmental Therapist Aine Farrell in Mullingar.
She also says that too much screen time can lead to the muscles in the eyes not being exercised enough.
She adds that many children like screen time because it can make them feel safe,
Almost €446,000 Allocated To Midlands Community Centres And Clubhouses
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Two People Killed In Offaly Following Fatal Crash
One person has been killed in the collision.
Midlands Family Takes On Ireland’s Fittest Family Challenge
The series continues this weekend.
5K Fundraiser To Support Motor Neurone Disease Association Takes Place In Westmeath
The event is taking place tomorrow.
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Status Yellow Fog Warning Issued For Leinster, Munster And Galway
The warning will come into affect tomorrow morning.
Call For More Public Toilets Across The Midlands And Beyond
Nearly 900 public toilet facilities are located throughout the country.
