Screen Time
Screen Time Guidance
Substantial evidence suggests that many types of screen time, especially those involving fast-paced or violent imagery are damaging to young brains. "Screen time" includes watching TV, working on a computer, or playing video games. Media and digital devices are an integral part of our world today and when used moderately and appropriately benefits are evident. It is safe to say that face-to-face time with family, friends, and teachers plays more important role in promoting children's learning and healthy development. Too much screen time can make it hard for your child to sleep at night. It can also raise your child's risk for attention problems, anxiety, depression and obesity.
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Take time to speak with your child(ren) about their social media presence, activities, and what they are posting. If your child has an Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, or other social media accounts- Common Sense Education offers numerous resources to support parents.
According to Common Sense Media, 59 percent say their kids are “addicted” to their screens and 66 percent say their kids spend too much time on screens.
Mobile media time for 0-to-8 year-olds has tripled between 2013 and 2017, from an average of 15 minutes per day to 48 minutes per day.
But more than just limiting time, says Radesky, "I try to help my older son be aware of the way he reacts to video games or how to interpret information we find online." For example, she tries to explain how he is being manipulated by games that ask him to make purchases while playing.
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