Consequences for kids' of endless screen time

ABC News’ Reena Roy examines the impact on children of excessive screen time during the pandemic, and whether it could have lasting effects.

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[ticky]

As a 15 year old I get jealous hearing my mom talking about how all kids used to be outside back in the day 😂.

[sol]

Translation: put lazy protection programs on your kids' computers while putting in zero effort into spending time with them. Then sleep at night not knowing they're smart enough to bypass any restrictions you put on them.

[shannonhodges]

As a teacher, I can attest to the negative effects of screen time on behavior and academia. Parents need to take this issue more seriously and get informed.

[plazer]

As a 15 year old I wish that my screen time was more restricted when I was younger. Parents have to teach their kids how to regulate their own screen time.

[nathanmalinab]

I’m on my phone when I’m at home, but not constantly. There’s chores that you can do in and around your home, hobbies like playing an instrument, take a walk, exercise. At least that’s what I do to keep my self productive and off the screen.

[NannaTina]

My Daughter, the mother of 6, only allows the kids to use their Nintendo Switch and iPads on the weekends for a set time because she notices a massive negativity in their behaviour if they have free reign.

[Zombekiller]

The internet is endless.
What else am I supposed in my house when there’s nothing there?

[adaminfinity]

I am a software engineer. I get paid to look at a screen all day long and program. I need to take breaks after a couple hours of work and walk outside in order to escape the screen.

[ashlieleavelle]

My nephew is addicted to screens. They had an iPad for him before he was 2. He can't go anywhere without it. Constantly in front of iPad or television. His parents are no different.

[Sandylion]

My eye sight for distance has gotten worst I’m so used to seeing things on my phone screen or iPad mini so now having to look at a distance is getting worst

[januarybaby]

Humans: It turns out if we isolate ourselves from each other, it makes us less connected.

[alfonchasaj]

We need to save our kids because this is taking our kids away from what is important in life

[RS-uzud]

When there is no screen time, young kids read books, color, play and talk to others in the home. Turn the TV/computer on and all that goes out of the window.

[zaquarviousgaffney]

Online school is so frustrating but i got the work done

[cattameme]

Kids can act and literally be someone else on online. Thats why they're addicted but it is messed up how they start acting like that person in real life.

[southernpennsyrailfan]

I am almost 20 now and Im actually glad I had screen limits. Now that im an adult I sometimes find it hard to go offline.

[adashofthisandasprinkleoft]

Hey parents! LET YOUR CHILDREN HAVE A LIFE!

[aaronaustrie]

Ppl should consider quitting social media especially Facebook

[jorussell]

This needs an update. <3. Thank you

[kathryncarter]

Can't imagine big screen time; while you already have a demanding work life in front of a lot of screen time to begin with. At least a professional is that FINALLY admitting too much screen time can actually contribute to violence in reality.
Bravo to this very smart mom that was able to get her very smart kid to both comprehend & write about the dangers of video addiction.