
 Now That We're A Family
 Now That We're A Family 253: Digital Heroin: Screens Are Damaging Our Children's Brains | Dr. Nicholas Kardaras
 Jan 9, 2024 
 Dr. Nicholas Kardaras, an expert in screens' impact, discusses how screen time affects children's brains, comparing it to addictive drugs. Topics include challenges of diagnosing screen-related problems, effects on brain functioning and behavior, negative impact of social media on mental health, and the influence of echo chambers and algorithms on extreme viewpoints. 
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 Introduction 
 00:00 • 4min 
 Exploring the Impact of Technology and Screen Usage on Children's Development 
 04:11 • 2min 
 The Impact of Screen Time on Children: Challenges and Solutions 
 05:59 • 31min 
 Impact of Screens on Children's Brain Functioning and Behavior 
 36:42 • 3min 
 The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health 
 39:24 • 8min 
 Navigating the Complexities of Screen and Substance Addiction 
 47:42 • 5min 
 The Impact of Echo Chambers and Algorithms 
 52:26 • 10min 
