When it comes to managing technology in your home, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Between smartphones, tablets, gaming consoles, and streaming services, screens seem to be everywhere—and setting limits can feel like an uphill battle. But here’s the good news: you don’t need a complicated system or strict rules to make a real difference. Small,...

By Ellie Pelc, PsyD, Director of CCY Clinical Services at the Center for Children and Youth If your child has been more irritable, anxious, or hard to settle lately, you may have already wondered whether screens are playing a role. You’re not wrong to ask. A growing body of research suggests that how children and...

Screen time. Two words that can make any parent feel instantly guilty or overwhelmed. The good news? Our understanding of children and digital media has evolved significantly—and it’s more nuanced than ever. Rather than focusing solely on clock-watching, today’s guidance is about quality, context, and conversation. Here’s what our team wants parents to know. Screen...