Keyword: «electronic gadget»

The article reveals the relevance of the problem of the influence of electronic gadgets on the development of children. It is significant to analyze the negative impact of electronic gadgets on the personal characteristics of younger schoolchildren. The results of an empirical study are presented, obtained on the basis of a comprehensive secondary school in the city of Slavyansk-on-Kuban, Krasnodar Territory, using the questionnaire method, a projective methodology for schoolchildren, and an expert assessment. An analysis of the results of the study allows the authors to conclude that the problem of the irregular use of electronic gadgets by children is relevant in elementary school; younger schoolchildren, characterized by irregular use of gadgets, are prone to manifestation of aggressiveness, anxiety, and have difficulties with communication among classmates. The authors made an attempt to show ways to overcome the negative factors caused by the influence of electronic means on the development of children of primary school age, the expediency of preventive work among parents, teaching staff and schoolchildren is shown.