We draw a parallel to WEIRD, proposing that CogSci is DEAD (Decontextualized, Engineered, Anonymized, and Disembodied). This is meant to be provocative, of course, but, like WEIRD, it is in the spirit of illuminating limitations and striving for better science 6/

Use of these devices is very (!!) widespread and products are sometime expensive. Their use has consequences for mental and physical health in the household during a vulnerable period. But many healthcare providers don't ask about it and don't know what to recommend to families.

We also found several instances of adults making medical decisions for children on the basis of commercial device output (delivering medication, going to ER...)

A small number of adults also engage in behaviours like this, which seems important for the healthcare community to take into account when weighing benefits and risks.

However, devices sometimes perform poorly (with both false alarms and missed breathing events), and this is linked to adult stress and anxiety as well as disruptions in child sleep.

Potential health impacts are nuanced!

Many parents report improved mental health and "reassurance" when using these devices.

The marketing for these products definitely leans on this, e.g., "We're Up All Night for Your Peace of Mind."