Wannapaschaiyong P.Wattanakijthamrong S.Kallawicha K.Sutchritpongsa S.Mahidol University2023-07-172023-07-172023-02-21Journal of Child Science Vol.13 No.1 (2023) , E85-E9524745871https://repository.li.mahidol.ac.th/handle/20.500.14594/87916This study aims to describe the relation between media use characteristics and executive dysfunction in Thai preschoolers. Secondary data were retrieved from a cross-sectional study to compare two Thai executive functions (EFs) assessment forms. Questionnaire data from 110 caregivers of preschool children were analyzed. The research materials included a sociodemographic information form, parenting style and dimensions questionnaire, a 1-week screen time diary, and the behavior rating inventory of executive function-preschool version (BRIEF-P). Findings showed a 23.6% prevalence of executive dysfunction among Thai preschool children. Children's media use characteristics associated with global executive dysfunction included less co-viewing time with caregivers. Shorter co-viewing time was linked to a deficiency of inhibition, emotional control, and planning and organization. Meanwhile, extended viewing of low-quality content was associated with impaired working memory. However, total screen time and setting screen time limits were not associated with executive dysfunction. Co-viewing with caregivers and limiting exposure to low-quality content must be promoted to minimize the adverse effects on EF development.MedicineArticleSCOPUS10.1055/s-0043-17700992-s2.0-85163930346