Free webinar at 1 p.m. Eastern time (US), Wednesday, September 13, 2023

Learn about emerging research on the impact of screen time on social engagement of autistic children during early childhood development.

Screen Time and Social Engagement

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Dr. Karen Heffler, MD is an Associate Professor of Psychiatry in the Drexel University College of Medicine. She has over 35 years of experience in the medical field.  Her research interests include investigating how early screen media exposure may impact developmental delays, including autism.

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