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No More High Screen Time for Your Kids |
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Screen
time is the total amount of time spent watching technological devices. It has
been increasingly common for children to have higher than recommended screen
times which can bring many negative consequences. According
to the Mayo Clinic, children younger than the age of two should have no technological
use while older children should have around 1-2 hours a day, not including
homework. However, studies show that between the ages of 8-18 have a screen
time of 7.5 hours a day, and kids 2-4 years old have a screen time of 2.5
hours a day.
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Having such high screen
times is alarming as they lead to many negative consequences including: · Obesity · Irregular sleep · Behavioral problems · Impaired academic
performance · Delays in language and
social skills development · And more….
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Now although it can seem overwhelming there are many
ways in which these high screen time numbers can be lowered. Whenever
possible implement alternative activities from a young age so that there is
no need for a tough transition. Alternative activities include: ·
Spending more
time outside ·
Discover hobbies
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Arts and crafts ·
Implement active
screen time to start with o Watching yoga videos o Choose video games that promote physical activity Below are some informative links to deepen your
research and get ideas on non-screen time activities! Children
and screen time: How much is too much? Screen
Time vs Lean Time Infographics Screen
time and children: How to guide your child |
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