With technology integral to daily life, setting screen time limits for children is essential for their health and development. Let's check out how much screen time is enough for kids.
INFANTS UNDER 18 MONTHS
Avoid screen time, except for video chats. Interaction is key to cognitive growth.
TODDLERS AGES 2-5
Only one hour of screen time a day, but it has to be educational.
CHILDREN AGES 6-12
Two hours is a good though, enough to do something fun, but with plenty of time for physical activity.
TEENS AGES 13-18
Encourage not more than two hours of recreational screen time, promoting offline activities.
ESTABLISH SCREEN-FREE ZONES
No screens in the bedrooms, no screens during mealtimes, no screens during family time - all of that time should be spent actually interacting.
The Actual screen time limit
Kids should ideally have less than an hour of screen time throughout the entire day.
STUDY FINDINGS
According to a study by the National Health Information Center (NHIC), excessive screen time can impact children's attention and cognitive abilities, emphasising the need for clear limits.
CONCLUSION
Set screen time boundaries early for a balanced digital life. Consult a healthcare professional for personalised advice.