Today in my feedly reader I came across an article about the 3 mistakes parents make using technology with their children. In an ever-increasingly technology-centered world, this bold title caught my eye.
The article details the importance of setting limits on "tv time" with children, claiming that it may be causing them to lose touch with the real world and disrupting their social development. Technology can become an addiction like anything else, and the author of the article explains the importance of children having hobbies and going outside for both their physical and mental health.
It also touches on the idea of having technology permitted only in certain places, implemented through rules such as "no cell phones at the table", or "only in the living room". This creates an environment in which children can devote their full attention to tasks instead of only half participating in them, and can be helpful in facilitating dinnertime conversation, or even helping them have a good night's sleep if they are not allowed to have devices in their bedrooms.
"Technology Blackouts" are also mentioned in this article as helpful tools in keeping children in touch with the real world. It is time in which everyone, including the parents, shut off their devices in favour of interactive playtime and family activities. This not only gets children moving, but allows bonding to happen within the family.
I agree with this article entirely, and believe that being aware of your own child's personal limitations when it comes to technology and facilitating social development is imperative to their growth and development as digital and real-world citizens.
Okay, so I guess that's all.
It's been good blogging to you.
Goodnight and goodbye,
Amy
https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/when-kids-call-the-shots/201604/3-mistakes-parents-make-technology
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