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February 16, 2012
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(KPLU) - There's more evidence for how television can be harmful to babies and toddlers. Researchers from Seattle Children's have shown that having the TV on is related to slower language development. KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld explains:

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Seattle Children's news release and FAQ about TV and children
The research was published in Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine


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