Aug. 30, 2022 – With kids and teens spending more time on screens than ever before, it’s natural for parents and caregivers to wonder if it’s affecting their children’s well-being. When it comes to screen time, it’s important to make sure kids balance their time on devices with other activities that help them learn and grow. Here are some strategies for helping your entire family develop a healthy relationship with screens: 1) Set limits, 2) Choose age-appropriate, high-quality content, 3) Watch and play together when you can, 4) Treat tech as a tool, not a treat, 5) Be a family of media critics, 6) Be a role model; lead by example and put your device away during family time.
This week’s tip comes from Common Sense – the leading nonprofit organization dedicated to helping all kids thrive in a world of media and technology.