Insights and research on digital wellbeing.
Recent reports from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) indicate that excessive screen time is associated with shorter attention spans and reduced sleep quality in children. Yet, according to JAMA Pediatrics, a balanced mix of interactive play and audio-based activities can improve focus and memory retention. That’s why more parents are turning to screen-free educational apps that [...]
Screens are everywhere in family life today, from TVs to tablets and smartphones. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), even children younger than 2 are increasingly exposed to digital media, raising concerns about early childhood development. Research published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) has found that screen time is linked to [...]
Screen time influences sleep, physical activity, and social-emotional skills, and its impact varies by age. WHO (2019) warns that sedentary screen use reduces active play and sleep—especially in early childhood—while the AAP (2016; reaffirmed 2022) advises families to replace rigid daily numbers for 6+ with a Family Media Plan balancing screens with sleep, schoolwork, and [...]
In a short time, digital technologies have entered our lives. Screens have even crept into our private lives, disrupting family routines. This intrusion into intimate moments, such as family meals, of course has multiple consequences, notably for the fabric of family life. Let's see how this omnipresence can both enrich [...]
In this digital age, managing children's screen time has become a real challenge for modern parents. Indeed, if they start to take up too much space in their lives, the harmful effects on their development should not be ruled out. Problems related to their social development are among them...
In the digital age, early and excessive exposure to screens fuels fears about its impact on children's development. Indeed, toddlers now grow up alongside traditional television as well as digital devices such as smartphones and tablets. This article examines the risks associated with this overexposure and [...]
Screens are now an integral part of our daily lives. However, excessive use of digital technologies can have harmful effects on children's development and well-being. This article examines the impact of adults' screen addiction on younger children and proposes concrete solutions to encourage responsible consumption in [...].
Over the past twenty years, the use of screens in schools for pedagogical or personal purposes has grown significantly. As such, their impact on social development in young people, particularly in academic settings, has become a matter of controversy. It is undeniable that in this context these technologies offer several advantages. Nevertheless, the risks are […]
According to the results of certain studies, the impact of the omnipresence of screens in the daily lives of young children also depends on social factors. Moreover, exposure to these technologies varies according to social categories. In this article, we will look together at the issues related to time spent in front of screens and the consequences [...]
In this new era where screens are ubiquitous, it is now clear that adults must act as role models in their use of these technologies. Indeed, children unconsciously mimic their parents' behavior. It is therefore up to parents to set an example for their little ones, so that they adopt [...]
Social media now play a major role in our lives. It is almost impossible to avoid them. Young and old use them for different reasons: socializing, communicating, keeping up with current events, etc. These platforms have advantages but also drawbacks. Social networks such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube were created to attract ...
With the digital revolution, screens have become full-fledged members of the family. Their presence has brought different solutions to various problems. Currently in France, 98% of families with children have a television, 98% have a computer and an Internet connection. Nevertheless, this omnipresence has led to the emergence of new forms of [...].