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Digital life
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago

AI-powered stuffed animals are coming for your kids | TechCrunch

A.I. chatbots in plush toys may replace parent-child interaction rather than serve as beneficial alternatives to screen time.
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

How to Grow in Perseverance

Unrestricted access to screens has resulted in students demonstrating reduced curiosity and perseverance, affecting their ability to engage with imaginative tasks and sustain attention.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

We Don't Actually Know Anything About Video Games

Inaccurate self-reporting of time spent on screens undermines research on video games' effects.
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Is Age 13 the Digital Threshold?

A new global study, involving over 100,000 individuals across 59 countries, suggests that owning a smartphone before the age of 13 may mark a critical threshold in a child's cognitive and emotional development.
Mental health
#childrens-mental-health
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Digital Reset That Kids (and Parents) Need Right Now

Excessive screen time harms children's mental health and adds stress to parenting.
American kids require a digital reset post-pandemic, with parental involvement being key.
Parent communities play a vital role in establishing healthy digital norms.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Digital Reset That Kids (and Parents) Need Right Now

Excessive screen time harms children's mental health and adds stress to parenting.
American kids require a digital reset post-pandemic, with parental involvement being key.
Parent communities play a vital role in establishing healthy digital norms.
Digital life
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

Margaret Qualley says she has 2 phones to avoid being online all the time - and one doesn't even have cell service

Margaret Qualley uses two phones to manage her online presence and stay unplugged in daily life.
Parenting
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

What Kids Told Us About How to Get Them Off Their Phones

Children desire in-person social interactions despite increased screen time and technology use.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Parents, don't panic healthy screen time for children is possible, if you follow these few simple tips | Kaitlyn Regehr

Proposed screen time cap does not adequately address the quality of content children consume.
Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago

Here Are 6 Things You Should Do At Night To Be Happier The Next Morning, According To Experts

Improving sleep hygiene enhances mental state and involves practices like avoiding screens before bed.
#parenting
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago
Parenting

Kylie Kelce Reveals Surprising Things She Has Banned in Her $6 Million Home

fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Digital life

When my 4-year-old named her imaginary friend 'Instagram,' I was mortified. It was a sign I needed to adjust my own screen time.

fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago
Parenting

Kylie Kelce Reveals Surprising Things She Has Banned in Her $6 Million Home

fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Digital life

When my 4-year-old named her imaginary friend 'Instagram,' I was mortified. It was a sign I needed to adjust my own screen time.

fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

Depression, anxiety and self-harm: the extreme consequences of teenage screen addiction

The World Health Organization study showed that 11% of minors believe their lives are significantly altered by devices, with 32% at risk of problematic usage.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks ago

5 Ways Teens Can Break the Phone Scrolling-Sadness Cycle

New research shows that screen time is associated with depression and white matter brain changes in teens. Screen time isn't inherently bad, but how, when, and why it's used matters a lot.
Mental health
#social-media
#smartphones
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
4 months ago

New Study Offers A Surprising Take On Middle Schoolers & Smartphones

Smartphone ownership among older kids may enhance well-being, countering fears of negative impacts.
A survey indicates children with smartphones report less depression and anxiety.
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
4 months ago

New Study Offers A Surprising Take On Middle Schoolers & Smartphones

Smartphone ownership among older kids may enhance well-being, countering fears of negative impacts.
A survey indicates children with smartphones report less depression and anxiety.
#child-development
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

5 Ways to Limit Screen Time Without Arguments

Create a "Play Diet" with diverse activities for a balanced approach to children's play.
Engage screens to enhance interests like sports and creativity rather than solely for entertainment.
Neurodivergent children may need more structured supervision regarding screen time.
Parenting
fromHarvard Gazette
3 months ago

How young is too young? No such thing, apparently- Harvard Gazette

Excessive screen time in early childhood poses significant risks to brain development and overall well-being.
Parenting
fromHarvard Gazette
3 months ago

How young is too young? No such thing, apparently- Harvard Gazette

Excessive screen time in early childhood poses significant risks to brain development and overall well-being.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Before the Concrete Sets: Summer, New Readers, and Screen Time

Excessive screen time erodes cognitive skills in reasoning, creativity, and emotional intelligence.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Hooked on Screens

Addictive screen use significantly correlates with increased suicidal behaviors and mental health issues in youth, surpassing the effects of total screen time.
Mental health
Digital life
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Shocking amount of time average Brit spends on their phone, revealed

UK adults spend over three hours daily on their phones, indicating a significant shift in media consumption habits.
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

When It Comes To Kids' Mental Health, It's Not The Screens, It's How They Use Them

Addictive screen use in early adolescence is linked to increased risk of mental health issues, rather than the total time spent on screens.
SF parents
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Art competition in South Bay schools aims to unplug students from devices

Screen-time reduction is essential for children, prompting creative initiatives like art competitions.
The 'Unplug & Imagine' project encourages mindfulness and artistic expression among youth.
#mental-health
fromCreative Bloq
2 months ago

I just learned what Toy Story 5's villain is, and it's perfect

While the last Toy Story introduced low-fi characters like Gabby Gabby and Forky, Pixar's chief creative officer Pete Docter revealed at Annecy that the new film will be all about tech.
Video games
Digital life
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Teaching Ourselves (and Our Children) to Put the Phone Down

Adults are just as prone to excessive screen time as kids, requiring awareness to foster intentional use.
Modeling mindful phone use is crucial for teaching children about attention and presence.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Ban on 'no ball games' signs suggested to get kids off screens

Experts advocate for ending 'no ball games' signs to support children's outdoor play during school breaks.
fromianVisits
2 months ago

The London Buzz - 6th June 2025

Rayo warns about the dangers of excessive screen time leading to disconnection among young people.
Parenting
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Are Children Losing the Ability to Read?

Declining interest in reading aloud among parents, especially Gen Z, negatively impacts children's literacy skills and vocabulary development.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

It's so boring': Gen Z parents don't like reading to their kids - and educators are worried

Today's parents face multiple challenges in reading aloud to their children, contributing to a decline in kids' reading habits.
Graphic design
fromCreative Bloq
2 months ago

Brooklyn Film Festival's new identity is making me want to break up with my smartphone

The Brooklyn Film Festival embraces nostalgic cinema experience to counteract negative perceptions of screen time.
Digital life
fromFast Company
3 months ago

How to reduce how much time you're spending staring at screens without hurting your career

Excessive screen time can have negative effects, but finding a balance is key.
Parenting
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Most parents fear they're losing 'precious time' while fighting with kids about digital 'addiction': new study

Modern technology is creating digital addiction among children, concerning parents who fear developmental issues.
Mindfulness
fromThe Verge
3 months ago

TikTok will show teens guided meditation after 10PM

TikTok is implementing guided meditation notifications for users under 18 after 10PM to encourage healthier usage of the app.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

The one change that worked: I started sketching and stopped doomscrolling

Drawing strangers at airports, in cafes or on the tube is fun. I enjoy the element of danger. Will I get caught? Can I finish the drawing before that person moves on?
Arts
fromCreative Bloq
3 months ago

A video game played with real Lego bricks? It's my dream come true

Erik Liermann's innovative prototype combines Lego and video games, using real Lego bricks as input in an Unreal Engine 5-based game to solve problems.
Video games
Parenting
fromMail Online
3 months ago

Habit most parents do is destroying children's brains, study suggests

Parental screen time can harm children's cognitive and emotional development.
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Greece launches state app to limit children's screen time DW 05/05/2025

Greece launches 'Kids Wallet' app for parents to monitor children's online activities and confirm their ages.
fromTyla
3 months ago

Workers now 'barebacking' during commute as Gen Z coin new term that's almost as bad as 'rawdogging'

Gen Z trend 'barebacking' encourages tech-free commuting, promoting reflection amid work-life balance challenges.
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

Children of military families sign screen time pledge ahead of Fenway softball game

"Part of what happens is that when you're a military family and you move a lot, the way you stay connected to family and friends is through online, through gaming, through social media, through a lot of digital means."
SF parents
fromTODAY.com
3 months ago

Hugh Grant lashes out about technology in schools calling it a 'crazy addiction'

"It seems to me that way too many schools, instead of calling the police, are saying to the drug cartels waiting outside the school gates, 'Would you like some biscuits? How can we help you?' and it's wrong. It has to be wrong."
NYC parents
fromScary Mommy
4 months ago

A Mom Is Under Fire For Sharing Her "iPad Family's" Devices On TikTok

Families are increasingly surrounded by technology, raising questions about screen time and engagement.
Parenting in a tech-saturated environment is common, as seen in the Daugh family's device collection.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

France to tighten mobile phone ban in middle schools

France is tightening its ban on mobile phones in middle schools to enhance students' wellbeing and focus.
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