University of Jyväskylä

Evolution of research on childhood screen time and cognition

5 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Screen time and video gaming impact adolescent brain development

An eight-year longitudinal study conducted by the University of Jyväskylä and the University of Eastern Finland, part of the PANIC study, has identified a correlation between childhood screen time and improved cognitive

Social media impacts on Finnish youth

3 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Finland addresses social media impact and legislative challenges

Discussions in Finland regarding the impact of social media on youth have focused on mental health, consumer behavior, and safety. The Finnish government has expressed a desire to protect children from bullying, harassme

Finnish university autumn 2026 application period

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Finnish universities open autumn joint application period

The joint application period for the autumn 2026 semester in Finnish higher education institutions has commenced. Initial reports noted the upcoming application window, which runs from August 31 to September 10, 2026.

Digital technology and cognitive health

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Digital technology use linked to improved cognitive function

Digital technology is being utilized to support cognitive health and autonomy across various age groups. In elderly care, digital tools are being implemented as a complement to professional care to assist with rehabilita

Impact of digital screen time on health and cognition

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Digital screen time linked to brain changes and economic loss

Research regarding the impact of digital screen time on cognitive health and productivity presents varying perspectives on the nature of digital consumption. Studies from Finland suggest that screen time does not inhere