#CURATED: Less Screen Time Means a Healthier Mind and Body for Kids

Raising kids in a high tech world can be confusing. This article will help you make decisions your grandparents didn’t have to worry about.

Research has shown that kids spend more time using electronic media devices than they do on any other activity—an average of seven hours a day across all age groups.

American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. Screen Time and Children.

If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s worth fighting with your child over the amount of time they spend in front of their phone, tablet, or television, the answer, according to recent studies, is a resounding “yes.” While certain types of technology can enhance the way children learn and socialize, excessive screen use can take a toll on their bodies, minds, and relationships.

Less social media and gaming mean kids can spend more time interacting with friends and family, going outside, getting some exercise, or reading a book. Recently, studies have shown that setting limits on screen time can have a positive effect on kids’ physical, social, and behavioral well-being, and it can even improve their academic performance.

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