With kids spending more waking hours on screens than ever, should parents be concerned? Children will probably be OK, especially if their families make sure this elevated level of screen time doesn't turn into a long-term habit.
In the last two months, children have been encouraged to dive into digital learning like never before.
Students are more reliant on edtech than ever before and as such educators should fine tune their messages regarding screen time
Students need guidance, not rules, when it comes to screen time and use of devices, experts say
Screen time use sparks discussion over how much is too much. Though sedentary behavior raises cause for concern, especially during pandemic, experts agree that setting too many boundaries for students can have negative outcomes.
Parents shouldn't worry too much about their kids' screen time during quarantining, pediatricians say, but make sure it’s not interfering with sleep and relationships.
Families may want to relax some of their usual rules for digital media use due to social distancing. But keeping bedtime screen-free still makes sense.
Stuck at home with young kids due to the coronavirus? Here’s what to do—and not to do. Experts share tips, advice on screen time, activities
School systems have spent millions on putting computers into the hands of every child, but many parents say screen time is eroding the quality of instruction, damaging children’s eyes and posture, and even easing access to inappropriate material.
Young people who spend seven hours or more a day on screens are more than twice as likely to be diagnosed with depression or anxiety than those who use screens for an hour a day.