How much screen time is acceptable for kids at Christmas?

It found that children aged between eight and 14 are spending an average of nearly three hours online each day, and that up to a quarter of that time was between 21:00 GMT and 05:00. But Lucy said: ...
Psychology Today

Growing Up Digital and the Implications of Screen Use

As screen media becomes increasingly prevalent in the lives of young children, navigating its multifaceted impact is ...
Movieguide

4 Ways to Cut Your Children’s Screen Time in Half Without a Fight

Most children struggle with self-control when it comes to screen time, as do adults, but parents can try a few guidelines to ...
phillyvoice.com

Rethinking screen time: A better understanding of what people do on their devices is key to digital well-being

In an era where digital devices are everywhere, the term "screen time" has become a buzz phrase in discussions about technology's impact on people's lives. Parents are concerned about their children's ...
ABC News

Excessive screen time during infancy may be linked to lower cognitive skills later in childhood

Researchers say more research is needed to understand the potential link. The amount of time babies spend watching computer, TV and phone screens in their first year of life may be indirectly linked ...
CNN

Screen time is both a cause and symptom of kids’ bad behavior, according to new research

Editor’s note: Kara Alaimo is an associate professor of communication at Fairleigh Dickinson University. Her book “Over the Influence: Social Media Is Toxic for Women and Girls — And How We Can Take ...
Los Angeles Times

Too much screen time harms children, experts agree. So why do parents ignore them?

Parents are bombarded with a dizzying list of orders when it comes to screen time and young children: No screens for babies under 18 months. Limit screens to one hour for children under 5. Only ...
Time

Maybe Our Phones Aren’t the Problem, Argues a New Book

Digital devices have reduced our attention spans to the point that they’re shorter than that of a goldfish. The blue light they emit disturbs our sleep. Most worryingly of all, smartphones are ...
Healthline

8 Tips for Reducing Screen Time

Some ways you can reduce screen time include using greyscale, turning off notifications, and engaging intentionally with content. Screen time is not inherently bad. However, too much screen time can ...
Healthline

Screen Time for Kids: Guidelines, Boundary Setting, and Educational Recommendations

With phones, TVs, and iPads all around, it might seem overwhelming to think about limiting your child’s screen time. How much TV is good for them? Should they be texting all day? Does educational ...
The New York Times

How to Cut Down Your Screen Time but Still Get Stuff Done

Google’s Routines and Apple’s Shortcuts combine multiple steps into one command to make your phone or tablet do more of the work for you. By J. D. Biersdorfer J.D. Biersdorfer is the Tech Tip ...
CNET

Screen Time and Eye Health: Is There a Connection?

Jessica was a writer on the Wellness team, with a focus on health technology, eye care, nutrition and finding new approaches to chronic health problems. Expertise Public health, new wellness ...