Children love spending time with the smartphones of their parents, maybe watching YouTube videos or playing games…

In an everyday busy schedule, parents will find it easier to manage their children for a long time with smartphones. Gradually, there are chances of developing a screen addiction in children. Screen addictions can also happen in children the other way round.

Identify the Screen Addiction Disorder:

It is the addiction to screens like a mobile phone, TV, or a computer. Addiction to screen games or blue films also falls under the same category. Children are not capable of limiting the screen time, and this may lead to lack of sleep hygiene, delay of speech, and poor social skills. They even forget the daily routine of taking food, studies, etc. due to screen addiction.

Gradually, the child withdraws from all the regular activities and from the family members. They lack attention and concentration skills which lead to a loss of interest in studies. They also find it difficult to memorize the lessons due to the dependency on the gadgets. The associated physical problems include pain and discomfort in the neck, spine, eyes, and fingers. Some of the symptoms include:

• Children are unable to limit the screen time.
• They show an emotional disturbance and aggressive attitude if you force them to limit the screen time
• Gradual detachment from family and other relationships
• Lack of interest in other relevant activities like playing, reading storybooks, etc.
• They find screens as a mood booster
• Withdrawal symptoms and anxiety, which leads to a depression

Clinical Solutions:

The most effective method is prevention! Try to control the screen time from childhood.

Clinical therapies like six step framing help the child to develop independence from the gadgets. Also to regain the balanced, emotional state of mind following remedial actions can be taken.
Anxiety scripts

• Depression scripts
• Homeo medicines

Another effective treatment sessions include:

• Anger management therapy
• Stress management therapy
• Reality therapy, etc.

All the sessions when performed professionally, in combination with the support from the family members can effortlessly make the child understand the real-time situations and help him enjoy his golden days!