Daily computer time bad for kids' maths and reading skills - and so is too much time playing with friends

Playing computer games is affecting children's maths and reading skills according to a new study.

Daily computer time bad for kids' maths and reading skills - and so is too much time playing with friends

Playing computer games is affecting children's maths and reading skills according to a new study.

Research carried out on 8,000 primary pupils shows those who spend more time in front of a screen do not score as highly in national tests.

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