Can too much Screen time Harm You?
Screen time is the amount of time we spend using devices and technology. There are some concerns that we are spending too long looking at screens and many devices now provide tools to track our screen time.
Is all screen time bad?
Definitely not! Technology and our devices allow us to do lots of great things such chatting with friends and family, using the internet for research or playing exciting video games.
Is having too much screen time dangerous?
It’s important to be aware of how much time you’re spending on devices, and to find a healthy balance between life online and offline but you don’t need to panic about screen time. There are lots of things that factor into whether screen time makes you feel better or worse, like what you’re doing online and whether your time online is getting in the way of other important things, like sleep.
Follow these tips for a healthy and balanced lifestyle!
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Buddy up with friends and family to manage screen time together. You could agree to set times when you won’t use devices or even try a digital detox together.
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Turn off notifications and other features you spot which are designed to draw you back to your device
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Set a schedule. If you have something important to do, then give yourself a timetable for when you’re going to check your phone or other devices.
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Get an alarm clock and leave your devices to charge in another room overnight. This way your devices won’t be a distraction from getting a good night’s sleep!
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If being online is your favorite thing in the world, try and find something offline which brings you just as much joy. It’ll make finding a healthy balance much easier.
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