Victoria Dunckley, M.D.: Reversing the Effects of Electronic Screen Time

While parents have become painfully aware that technology can be difficult to manage, what is less known is that exposure to even moderate but regular amounts of screen-time by children and teens can impact how the brain functions – which in turn impacts mood, focus, sleep, stress levels, and behavior. Addressing these hidden screen-related “side-effects” can provide dramatic improvements in emotional regulation, academic performance, and social interactions. Parents will learn how methodically “resetting” their child’s brain and taking the guesswork out of “how much is too much?” results in a happier, calmer, and more engaged child.