Screens, Stimulation, and Early Risk

A Prevention-Informed Brief for Parents and Educators

Screens, Stimulation, and Early Risk is a prevention-informed educational brief examining how stimulation intensity, novelty, and recovery shape regulation and attention over time.

Building on the framework presented in Understanding Dopamine and Early Risk, this resource reframes screen-related concerns away from moral judgment and toward environmental patterns that influence developing nervous systems.

Written in clear, non-stigmatizing language, it is suitable for parents, educators, libraries, and prevention-focused organizations seeking a calm, evidence-informed understanding of stimulation and regulation.

This brief builds on the prevention framework outlined in Understanding Dopamine and Early Risk.