Abstract

As more of their leisure time is spent with screens such as iPhones, tablets, computer games, and television, parents, health experts, and educators are concerned about the impact of screen time on children’s well-being. Excessive screen usage has a negative impact on the verbal, emotional, and physical growth of children. Because children and teenagers are naturally drawn to screens, the aim is to teach them how to use them responsibly. Screens may help promote self-esteem and give numerous chances for learning and growth when used with good screen objectives and abilities. Children, especially those above the age of three, respond to interactive programming that is entertaining, suited to them, and stimulates imitation or participation. Dynamic video games may encourage light-to-moderate or acceptable physical exercise in the near future. Families and child care providers may include more physical activity into daily routines by using fun, age-appropriate exercise (e.g., yoga or dance) and fitness apps or videogames. As a result of these concerns, parents are being advised to limit their children’s screen time on a daily basis, with particular time constraints for children and a general guideline to minimize screen time in teenagers.

Key words: screen time, children's behaviour