IN SEASON
4. Monitor what your kid is
watching. Research has shown
that violent content can change
kids’ behavior. Some studies
have linked aggressive media
to aggressive behavior in children.
Viewing content with a child and
actively discussing what’s being
shown and what the possible
meanings are behind the content is
one of the best types of monitoring
a parent can do. It teaches kids
to think critically and monitor
themselves.
5. Make sure your kids are getting
enough social interaction. More
and more kids, especially adolescent,
are communicating predominantly
through devices. But too much
screen time and not enough social
interaction rob a child of his ability
to understand the emotions of
others. Difficulty recognizing other
people’s emotions and trouble
communicating face-to-face can
lead to a child having fewer friends,
poor relationships and lower self-
esteem.
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