Technology has changed—childhood essentials have not.
ScreenSense helps parents and schools
teach healthy tech use to children
Raising kids in the digital age is tricky. We need to introduce tech slowly in age appropriate ways and teach healthy habits. Time on screens can’t be at the expense of what matters most: childhood essentials like sleep, in-person relationships, unstructured play, and time outdoors.
ScreenSense for Parents:
How to Teach Healthy Tech Use to Your Child or Adolescent
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Introduce Tech Slowly
A suggested framework to let the line out slowly from age 0-18.
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Set Screen Limits
Keep tech in check, find good content, and reprioritize essential activities.
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Use Parental Controls
A step-by-step guide to block unwanted content and features.
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Model Good Habits
Walk the Talk. Be the change you want to see!
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Talk About Tech
Initiate key conversations about tech design and use.
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Engage Friends & Caregivers
Amplify your efforts!
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Getting a New Device
Contemplating an iPad or gaming console? Start here.
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Giving a Phone
Considering a phone for your child? Explore your options.
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Adding Apps & Games
Deciding whether to allow social media or a new game? Get info.
ScreenSense for Schools:
How to Promote Healthy Tech Use by Students
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For Educators
Ideas to guide healthy tech use in your school.
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For Parent Groups
Start a grassroots ripple of change at your school.
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Services
Get more support from our team here.
Why Healthy Tech Use Matters
Technology can be sticky and designed to keep our attention so it’s hard for us to put down our devices.
Young people’s brains are developing until age 25 and brain development is impacted by how kids spend their time, both online and offline.
Screen time can displace activities that are essential to healthy human development - e.g., sleeping, being outdoors, physical activity, and feeling deeply connected to family and friends.