Karen Heffler, MD<\/a>, takes viewers on a comprehensive exploration of the relationship between early-life screen time exposure and autism risk. She delves into the intricate interplay of genetics, environmental factors, and development outcomes. The presentation highlights critical findings about screen time, social engagement, and autism symptoms. Heffler considers the potential consequences of screen media on young children’s development and discusses promising new intervention studies.<\/span><\/p>\n Printable handouts of the slides (pdf) are online HERE<\/a><\/p>\n A list of references from the talk (pdf) are online HERE<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>