Should schools limit kids’ screen time? The science is murky
Scientific American • 4/30/2026
Summary
Los Angeles public schools are limiting computer use in classrooms due to health concerns. However, experts argue that this approach does not address the underlying problem.
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Lindy Score Breakdown (V4.2)
2d
Age
1
Sources
from cluster
45
Hours Since Seen
Final Score7/100
CategoryAntiLindy
StatusActive
Recency Multiplier52% (0.5^45/48)
Hero EligibleYes
Score BreakdownRisk 65
Source Reputation: Low-trust source (6/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 1 day(s) old - still early
Stories gain Lindy status through source reputation, network consensus, and time survival.
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