Screens, when is it too much?

Health experts insist on talking about the negative effects of electronic screens on children. But how long is too long?

While technology has many benefits, Mayo Clinic pediatrician Nusheen Ameenuddin says it can have negative effects on children and teens, including some behavioral changes.

“We always tell fathers and mothers to try to watch out for digital content their children, to try to limit it, to make sure it doesn’t affect their sleep quality, school performance, or mood,” says Dr. Ameenuddin, a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics, via email.

Children can enter Internetliterally from the palm of your hand.

“I would recommend fathers and mothers to control their children and know what they are doing when they use Internet“, he adds. “Do they spend time playing games on the Internet with their friends? Or are they looking for something? Do you use it for school work?”

The expert also claims that excessive use social networks it can relate to how it affects your children.

“Anything that affects the quality of your children’s sleep, anything that affects their mood, anything that affects theirs academic success can be considered overuse,” he says.’

It also points out that fathers, mothers and adult caregivers know their children and probably know best what is excessive and what is not. If you are concerned, the doctor advises that you speak to your pediatrician or your child’s healthcare team.

It also points out that fathers, mothers and adult caregivers know their children and probably know best what is excessive and what is not. If you have concernsthe doctor advises that you talk to your pediatrician or your child’s health care team.

Tips

Screen time refers to usage time Cell phonestablets, televisions or devices from video game. This time can include texting, watching videos or movies, playing games, doing homework, and surfing the Internet.

Here are a few ways to set it up Healthy habits regarding screen time.

– Communicate: Talk honestly with your kids about video games and the content they see online.

– Set screen-free times: set periods when screens will not be used screensfor example, during meals and an hour before bedtime.

– Charging outside the room: Promote devices that will be charged outside the room. roomto promote better sleep.

– Lead by example: Model healthy screen habits, such as putting your phone on “Do Not Disturb” during the time you share with your family and at dinner.