How Screen Time Impacts Kids' Mental Health

Описание: Too much screen time can double a child’s risk for depression and anxiety. Parents like Xia and Chimdi Chekwa worry about privacy, safety, and their kids growing up too fast.

According to the Kids Mental Health Foundation, the top concerns with screen time are privacy, misinformation and lack of social interaction.

Dr. Ariana Hoet recommends setting screen time boundaries early and encouraging real-life connections.

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