Over the last few weeks, we have looked at how screen time impacts kids. It can have both negative and positive impacts, which leaves parents in a bit of a quandary. Precisely how much screen time is okay? An hour? Two hours? What if they spend three hours in front of screens one day, but only 30 minutes the next day? Here are some factors to consider as we each decide … [Read more...] about Sensible Screen Time Guidelines for Kids
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Is Screen Time Beneficial to Kids?
Two weeks ago, we looked at the negative ways screen time may impact kids. According to researchers, screen time may contribute to delays in development, poor physical fitness, poor psychological well-being, poor sleep, and diminished attention spans. As I noted in that post, concerns about the negative effects of screen time can easily overshadow its potential … [Read more...] about Is Screen Time Beneficial to Kids?
Is Screen Time Harmful to Kids?
Merriam-Webster used to define screen time as “the amount of time someone or something appears on screen in a movie or television show.” This is not how we typically use the term now! Thus, in 2019, Merriam-Webster added a second definition: “time spent watching television, playing a video game, or using an electronic device with a screen (such as a smartphone or … [Read more...] about Is Screen Time Harmful to Kids?