Screen Time Recommendation Per Age

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Sharing with you something a parent shared to me last month about the recommended screen time by age. This was shared during the parents general assembly at the Davao Christian High School V. Mapa campus.

I remember a pedia doctor emphasized only 2 hours screen time per day. It is a challenge for most parents and guardians these days especially if they think about two hours time for screen which includes use of gadgets – cellphone, tablet, TV, laptop, computer, gaming console etc. Adults can also be guilty of going beyond the recommended time. During summer time this can be a challenge since students or children would ask for more leisure time using their gadgets while on summer vacation away from school work. It takes good discipline to implement. It is doable even if it appears challenging.

Use of glasses against the blue light can also be considered. Eye glasses designed with blue light protection for daily screen time should also be considered for your kids. While others say it can cause digital eye strain. Best to consult your doctor on this.

My question though is for adults out there, would you manage the 2 hours recommended screen time?