Bloomberg Businessweek The Search for Digital Wellness in the Screentime Era
Oct 10, 2025
Discover the fascinating world of digital wellness as Dr. Keneisha Sinclair-McBride explores how screen time affects the mental health of children and teens. Learn about effective strategies for parents to engage with kids on media topics without imposing strict bans. Delve into innovative research from the Digital Wellness Lab and its collaboration with tech giants to prioritize youth's wellbeing. The discussion also highlights the role of apps in education and the importance of balancing screen use in young learners' lives.
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Screen Time Is A Health Issue
- Screen time connects directly to mental and physical health across mood, sleep, and activity.
- Dr. Keneisha Sinclair-McBride frames social media effects on depression, anxiety, body image, and bullying.
Ask Curious Questions About Content
- Ask kids what they view, how it makes them feel, and who created it.
- Teach them to analyze intent, realism, and emotional impact of content.
Open Conversations With Light Questions
- Start light with fun questions like "What's the best thing you've seen?" to open dialogue.
- Then ask about frequency, platforms, and how they'd handle upsetting content, listening nonjudgmentally.