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Over the past several months of stay at home orders around the country, people of all ages were finding themselves bored. Kids in particular had more time to spend on what so many of them love to do – play video games, watch TV, and communicate via their phones. But all that screen time, coupled with even more in the case of virtual classes via video conference sites like Zoom, has skyrocketed. And it’s not good news for the eyes.
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends parents put a limit on entertainment media, but this is often easier said than done. Despite those recommendations, though, children between the ages of eight and 18 average nearly eight hours of screen per day. And it’s not just kids. The average adult spends more than 11 hours per day behind a screen, whether that’s a computer at work, the TV at home, or the phone in between.
It’s no secret that too much screen time is harmful to kids. Here’s what too much of it can lead to:
You’re not going to get very far telling your child to switch off the gaming system when they’re already in front of it. Instead, set some ground rules as family at a time when everyone can sit uninterrupted. This way, you can set healthy limits on the use of electronics for your child’s sake – and yours.
Here are a few sample rules you may want to establish to prevent too much screen time:
If you are concerned about how too much screen time could be harming your child’s vision, contact us for a pediatric eye care appointment at 302-239-1933.
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