Kids and Media
Our children are constantly being bombarded with information and media from TV, smartphones, computers, and tables.
Consequence from Media Over Exposure
- Obesity
- Sleep Disturbances
- Loneliness and Depression
- Cyberbullying and Aggression
- Academic Problem
- Other Behavior and Cognitive problems
Tips to Cut Down on Screen Time
- Model Healthy “Media Diets”
- Make a Media Plan
- Limit Entertainment Screen Time to Less Than 1-2 hours per day
- For Children under 2, Discourage Screen Media Exposure
- No Media or Phone 1 Hour Before Bed to Decrease Sleep Disturbance
- Keep Televisions, Computers, Cell Phones, and Tablets out of Children’s Rooms
- The Presence of Media Devices in Bedrooms Increasing Viewing
- Use your DVR and Parental controls
- Monitor what your Children are Using and Accessing (including Social Networks)
- Don’t eat front of the TV
- Encourage Active Play
- Promote Family Activities
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Promote Extracurricular Activities