In today's time when everything has gone online, it is no less than a challenge for parents to keep their children away from the phone screen. Smartphones, tablets have become very important tools for children in today's time. There are many advantages of the online world as well. With this, children can easily get the answer to any of their questions within seconds, but using tools like smartphones etc. has a very bad effect on the health of children. The mental health of children is also being affected by using these tools.
Dangerous effects of smartphone use on children
There are many potential health risks to mental and physical well-being related to overuse of cell phones, especially low IQ and improper mental growth in children,
sleep deprivation,
brain tumors and psychiatric diseases are hot-button issues
Behavioral problems
- Addiction
- Depression
- Difficulty sleeping
- Obesity
- Delays in social development - Difficulty in
concentrating and hearing...
Creative ways to keep kids away from smartphones
Encourage Outdoor Activities
Do Not Introduce Smartphone Earlier
Involve in Creative Works
No Phone During Family Time
Turn Off the Internet When Not in Use
Spend Quality Time With Your Kid
Have Fun Events
Introduce Limited Social Media
Spend More Time With Children
Set a ScreenTime Limit
Use parental control apps.
How to keep my child away from mobile addiction?
It can be challenging for a parent to keep their child away from mobile addiction when you offer them a cellphone at an earlier age and allow them to be engaged on it. As a parent, you need to spend quality time with your kid by keeping mobile away from you and your child and interacting with them, helping develop your kid’s communication skills.
Parents' mistakes are also responsible-If the child is around you, then you should also use the smartphone at least.
Do not use the phone while eating food.
Do not watch phone and TV before sleeping.
Do not give phone to children to fulfill unnecessary demand.
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