How could I talk with my children about how the time they spend online can affect their physical health, relationships, wellbeing and schoolwork?
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- The “Screen time and wellbeing” infograph has research findings about the pros and cons of screen time and how it can affect social and emotional wellbeing.
- The eSafety Commissioner’s Office has help for parents related to children achieving a healthy balance in their online and offline activities including:
- Signs that screen time is having a negative impact on your children’s health, relationships, schoolwork and wellbeing
- Chatting with your children regularly and helping them stay aware of how much time they are spending on different online and offline activities
- Reducing your own screen time to set a positive example
- The download “Screen time for your child – 7 tips” is a short summary of their strategies and advice.