There can be little doubt that extreme amounts of media
consumption can cause academic problems to the extent that they
may eliminate time for studying or other necessary activities by
simple action of the time consumed. However little evidence
suggests that media consumption can actually bring on psychopathology
in the form of attention problems. Little doubt debate on
media effects whether in the realm of attention or elsewhere will
continue for the foreseeable future. However, it is hoped that the
current results may be of value in identifying and prioritizing the
risk factors in order to inform prevention and intervention efforts
for children with attention problems.