Children, Teenagers and Screens: How to Deal with It All!

About this class

Turn screen time struggles into positive digital parenting moments with expert strategies that create lasting change. Join renowned child psychologist Dr. Rachel Melville Thomas to learn practical approaches for managing phones, tablets, and screen use in your family. In this transformative masterclass, you'll discover proven techniques to set healthy boundaries, reduce conflicts, and guide your children's digital habits. Whether you're deciding on their first phone or helping teens find balance, gain the confidence to create family routines that work. Master the art of positive digital parenting with expert guidance that brings peace back to your home.

What's covered?

1. The difference between screen time and screen use
2. How does our screen use influence our children?
3. Restaurants, screens and boredom
4. Considering social media
5. Screens, bedrooms and night time
6. When to give your child their first phone?
7. Should you check your child's phone?
8. And the battle of the screens begins!
9. Some book recommendations
10. Screens and neurodivergent children
    

Estimated duration: 38 minutes

About our partner

REC Parenting, founded by Dr. Ana Aznar, is an online platform supporting parents and caregivers, providing mental health support for both parents and children, helping families navigate various challenges.

REC Parenting is designed as a non-judgmental space where parents can find support and advice without feeling criticized, including articles, podcasts and access to mental health experts to help raise well-balanced and resilient children.