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A Narrative Review: The Influence of Screen Using on Mental Health of People with Disability

Dingzhi LiuSchool of Journalism and Communication, Renmin University of China, Beijing, China*

* Corresponding author: [email protected]

Abstract

This narrative review synthesizes current evidence (2015-2024) on the dual impact of screen use on the mental health of people with disabilities. While excessive screen time and cybervictimization may exacerbate anxiety, depression, and social isolation, moderated and purposeful screen engagement--particularly through adaptive gaming, virtual social platforms, and telehealth interventions--demonstrates therapeutic potential. Key findings reveal that screen-based interventions can alleviate loneliness, enhance cognitive and social skills, and foster identity reconstruction through inclusive online discourse. The use of electronic screens can also provide assistance for the mental health intervention of the disabled. Electronic screens are excellent carriers of information such as pictures and texts, and also a good way for communication. However, risks such as sleep disruption, impulsivity, and digital exclusion persist, especially among individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. The review highlights the need for culturally sensitive, longitudinal research to optimize screen-mediated mental health support while addressing accessibility and ethical challenges.

Keywords: Screen use; Mental health; Disability; Digital intervention
Published: June 13, 2025
DOI: 10.54254/2753-7064/2025.BO23832
Volume: CHR Vol.67
pp. 18-23
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