Screen Time Article Archive

Tip on how to establish how much screen time is allowed, and is appropriate, for your children.

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• Screen Time: Finding the Right Balance for Your ChildOur experts offer wise guidance about how much time kids should be spending on the computer, in front of the TV, or playing video games.
• Today’s Multitasking TeensToday’s teens spend seven-plus hours a day involved with some type of technology or media—including time when they’re studying or doing homework. A researcher specializing in teens and media offers tips for parents to help kids disconnect and focus.
• Less Screen Time Reduces Obesity RiskChildren who balance their TV and computer time with physical activity are far less likely to be overweight.
• TV Log Can Increase Student Awareness and ResponsibilityA recent study found that eighth graders spent four times as many hours each week watching television as they did studying.
• Counteract Negative Effects Of Television With These TipsParents can’t control what shows are aired on television.
• Help Your Child Make Good Choices About Watching TVThere’s no question that television influences children—sometimes for the better and sometimes the worse.
• Set Limits on Teens’ Computer TimeComputers can be an important part of a high school student’s life.
• You Can Take Charge of Your Family’s TV ViewingWays to manage your family's television viewing.
• Make Rules About Screen Time: 5 StepsDoes your child have a TV in his bedroom? How much time does he spend online?
• Establish Limits for TV, Computer TimePlaying video games can be fun. It can help kids reduce stress and relax. But too much time playing video games or watching TV keeps kids from exercising and socializing.