Respectful Parenting: Janet Lansbury Unruffled Parental Burnout and a Reasonable Approach to Screens (with Dr. Meghan Owenz)
Sep 16, 2021
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Orchid and Dandelion Children
- Children vary in sensitivity to screen media; 'orchids' are more affected than 'dandelions'.
- Individual differences can cause mixed research findings and require tailored screen use approaches.
Persuasive Design in Screens
- Screen media often uses persuasive design to increase time spent on devices and maximize revenue.
- Children under eight can't recognize these tactics, making early screen exposure more impactful and harder to manage.
SPOIL Method to Reduce Screens
- Use the SPOIL method to reduce screen time: Social time, Playtime, Outdoor time, Independent work, Literacy.
- Focus on increasing these enriching activities to replace screen time effectively.