How Too Much Screen Time Affects Your Child’s Brain

Learn how excessive screen time affects children’s brain development, attention, sleep, and creativity—and get expert-backed tips for healthy digital habits.

Recommended Screen Time by Age

• 0–18 months: No screen time (except video calls)

• 18–24 months: Only with a caregiver

• 2–5 years: Max 1 hour per day, co-viewed

• 6+ years: Consistent limits + tech-free zones

Quick Tips for Digital Balance

✅ Be a role model—limit your own screen use
✅ Keep devices out of bedrooms
✅ Replace screen time with crafts, reading, or outdoor play
✅ Watch content together and talk about it
Tech-free time builds stronger bonds and better brains.

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