Educational DVDs may help children with autism over the age of two learn basic concepts, but parents should check with their physicians for guidance on what age is best to allow their children to begin watching TV. Consulting with other parents, teachers, and therapists can also contribute to an informed decision.
Parents should note that TV should be limited or not shown at all to children under the age of two, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. Several studies, including one published in the February 2010 American Journal of Epidemiology, have concluded that hyperactivity and inattention are associated with TV exposure before the age of two.
Picture books and books on emotions can be used to introduce reading to children too young to watch TV.
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