Kids and screen time -- an expert offers advice for parents and teachers

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This has led parents, guardians, teachers and researchers to wonder whether screens are good or bad for children.

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  • This has led parents, guardians, teachers and researchers to wonder whether screens are good or bad for children.
  • The World Health Organization recommends that school-going children (five-17 years) limit their recreational screen time.
  • Read more: Why screen time for babies, children and adolescents needs to be limited
    Thirdly, establish boundaries around screen time.
  • As much as possible, involve children and adolescents in conversations about why a healthy balance of screen time will benefit them.
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