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Why is it so hard for kids to look away from their devices? The answer is "persuasive design" - sophisticated techniques that exploit kids' reward systems and developmental needs.

Think vacation is the perfect opportunity to loosen the screen-time reigns? Here are 9 reasons to go screen-free on your next family getaway.

Think vacation is the perfect opportunity to loosen the screen-time reigns? Here are 9 reasons to go screen-free on your next family getaway.

Screen Time Side Effects: Are your children are experiencing electronics-related symptoms that mimic mental health. learning, and behavior issues? Take this quiz.

Did you know being strict about your own screen time greatly improves the odds that you'll manage your children's in a healthy and mindful manner? Here are seven reasons why.

Seeking artificial validation not only results in addictive, destructive behaviors, it also displaces the very experiences that would otherwise offer us authentic validation.

Need to remember something or learn something new? Write it by hand.

You may have heard that screen-time can wreak havoc on children's nervous systems. But aside from restricting technology, what can parents do to buffer against overstimulation?

Wondering why your middle schooler's social media use has ratcheted up your stress levels? Understanding the brain at this age can help you can take back control.

Wondering why your middle schooler's social media use has ratcheted up your stress levels? Understanding the brain at this age can help you can take back control.