Studies say kids should have a maximum screen time (not including school) of one hour a day. When kids are on social media, video games, tablets, movies, phones, etc. for more than one hour a day, our brain starts to change. Below are the effects of technology on the brain along with ways to encourage your children to reduce screen time.
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Here is a short video explaining self-esteem and some things we can do to feel better about ourselves.
Studies show that excessive screen time (more than 1 hour for kids) increases anxiety, depression, anger, moodiness, irritability, focus, creativity, healthy relationships, and our natural melatonin levels in our body (for sleep). Here are 101 activities you can fill your time to help you reduce some screen time.
Here is a fun screen-free bingo you can do with your friends and family. Going screen free or reducing our screen time helps reduce anxiety, depression, irritability, and it increases our happiness and self-esteem.
Here is a fun activity from Big Life Journal that you can do together as a family. Family fun time increases happiness, communication, self-esteem, and healthy relationships.
Testing season is upon us. Here are some strategies from CounselorKeri to handle test anxiety, along with symptoms to help you recognize if your child is feeling it or not.
Here is a fun dice game from CounselorKeri to teach and practice some strategies to help your child with anxiety, anger, sadness, or other emotions, and to help your child add to their coping skills toolbox. You can use the strategies given, or think of some of your own!
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