Technology and Addiction: How to Have a Healthy Relationship With Tech

Studies show that kids ages 8–18 are spending an average of 7.5 hours a day in front of screens. Additional studies show that the amount of time kids are spending on devices is negatively impacting their performance in school, along with social and emotional consequences. Brain activity while using devices has been compared to that of a heroin user, as schools and families struggle to find an appropriate balance. Learn the impact that devices, social media, and gaming are having on kids, and how we can help strike a healthy balance