Creative Child October 2019 | Page 36

IN SEASON Screen-Time Limiting Tips for Better Health The intoxicating lure of the screen is not only a time-suck but poses a threat to the emotional, social and physical wellbeing of a child. Too much screen time combined with poor content quality has been linked to childhood obesity, irregular sleep schedules, behavioral problems, loss of social skills, violence and less time for play. Understanding the specific repercussions of unmitigated screen time can help in creating necessary guidelines. Here are some specific tips. BY: Deborah Song 35