Are Screens Fueling Autism-Like Symptoms And The Hidden Dangers of Kids’ TV Shows with Researcher Andreina Rosales
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Uncover Your Eyes with Dr. Meenal Episode #77: Are Screens Fueling Autism-Like Symptoms And The Hidden Dangers of Kids’ TV Shows with Researcher Andreina Rosales
Is it a coincidence that autism rates began to rise around the year 2000—the same time the digital age was exploding into our homes? Could too much digital exposure actually rewire children's brains? In this eye-opening episode of the Uncover Your Eyes podcast, Dr. Meenal Agarwal sits down with autism researcher Andreina Rosales to unpack a groundbreaking theory: Screen-Induced Neuroenvironmental Attachment Disorder (SINAD).
This is a conversation every parent, healthcare provider, and educator needs to hear. Whether you’re navigating autism, concerned about your child’s mental health, or passionate about healthcare education and innovation, this episode offers fresh insights that could change the way we think about wellness in the digital age.
At Uncover Your Eyes, Dr. Meenal Agarwal shines a light on the hidden struggles of healthcare—bringing powerful conversations around self-advocacy, healthcare education, mental health, wellness, and healthcare innovations that help us live longer, fuller lives.
Here’s a small sample of what you will hear in this episode:
- The surprising similarities between children with autism and kids with high screen exposure
- Passive vs. active screen time and which one impacts mental health most
- The evolution of children’s TV shows and the dangers of overstimulation
- The role of video games in SINAD
- Practical screen detox strategies (and whether it’s “too late” if your child is over 5)
Learn more about Andreina Rosales on Instagram @ToddlerTVTrap
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Show Notes
- Are Screens Fueling Autism-Like Symptoms And The Hidden Dangers of Kids’ TV Shows with Researcher Andreina Rosales
- [0:43] Welcome to Uncover Your Eyes with Dr. Meenal
- [2:00] The origin and development of Screen-Induced Neuroenvironmental Attachment Disorder (SINAD)
- [5:52] Autism digital phenomenon debate
- [7:19] Understanding screen time parameters
- [9:15] Analysing of current children’s shows
- [13:30] All screens count– a comprehensive definition of screen time
- [14:28] Comparing video games across generations
- [17:49] The science behind screen impact
- [23:24] Are children being misdiagnosed?
- [26:38] Recognizing the screen-induced symptoms
- [29:54] The four-month detox protocol
- [34:09] The foundation of secure attachment
- [38:30] Screen intervention tactics
- [42:10] The myth of educational content
- [46:25] Neuroplasticity and recovery
- [48:20] Connect with Andreina Rosales @ToddlerTVTrap
- Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal
- Theme Song: “Upbeat Motivational Pop Rock” by Alexey Anisimov
What is Uncover Your Eyes with Dr. Meenal?
Thanks for listening to Uncover Your Eyes with Dr. Meenal. Being an eye doctor makes life easy, right? Not so fast. Join us as we uncover our lives as healthcare professionals. In each episode, you will face reality and vulnerability. You’ll hear how to manage your wellbeing, culture, and physical and mental health. You’ll also navigate self-improvement and professional development, all while uncovering innovation in patient care from experts in our healthcare system. Let’s do this while keeping it “real” and authentic. Hosted by Dr. Meenal Agarwal, Expert Optometrist, Entrepreneur, Speaker, and Mom of 3.
Who is Dr. Meenal Agarwal?
With three clinics in Toronto and sought-after experience, Dr. Meenal Agarwal is an expert in vision and eyecare innovation. She is a leading voice on patient care, technology, professional development, and wellness in the healthcare industry.