Prevention is Better than Cure in the Digital Jungle: PREVENTION
Credit: FreePik Parents as Prevention Models: YOU! Children mirror our tech habits more than our words. The most powerful prevention? Modelling balance. Tip for parents: Put your phone down during family time. Small, consistent actions teach healthy boundaries far better than rules. 💬 Pause to Ponder Question: How do you model a healthy digital balance […]
Prevention is Better than Cure in the Digital Jungle: PERFECTION
Credit: Bernard Hiller Purpose, Not Perfection Perfectionism and comparison online are driving anxiety. Confidence grows when teens focus on purpose, not popularity. Tip for parents: Encourage a hobby, creative project, or volunteering. Grounding identity in values builds resilience — and joy — beyond screens. 💬 Pause to Ponder Question: What passion or hobby gives your […]
Prevention is Better than Cure in the Digital Jungle: FRIENDSHIP
Friendship Over Followers Digital friendship isn’t enough. Teens spending more time online can lose empathy and social skills. Tip for parents:Prioritise offline friendships: clubs, hobbies, or shared adventures. Remember: Likes don’t last, but laughter does. 💬 Pause To Ponder Question: What offline activities bring your family the most joy? #DigitalJungle #ParentingUnplugged #ScreenSmartParenting #SocialSkills
Prevention is Better than Cure in the Digital Jungle: SLEEP
Sleep is Your Secret Weapon Devices disrupt sleep, and sleep deprivation fuels anxiety and depression. Prevention starts with bedtime. Tip for parents: Phones out of bedrooms, invest in an alarm clock, and model good sleep routines yourself. A well-rested teen is a resilient teen. 💬 Pause to Ponder Question: How does screen time affect your […]
Prevention is Better than Cure in the Digital Jungle: COMPARISON
Escaping the Comparison Trap Social media distorts reality. Haidt calls it “the perfect storm for teen anxiety.” Teens see only highlights, which fosters self-doubt. Tip for parents: Talk about perspective: Follow a few “authentic” creators together to normalise real life. 💬 Pause to Ponder Question: Which social media habits help your teen feel confident, not […]
Prevention is Better than Cure in the Digital Jungle: SELF REGULATION
Credit: FreePik Teaching Emotional Self-Regulation Endless scrolling keeps kids on high alert, fueling anxiety. Prevention is teaching emotional literacy: naming feelings, managing disappointment, and stepping away when overwhelmed. Tip for parents: Model healthy boundaries: “I’m putting my phone down for a break — I need quiet time.” 💬 Pause to Ponder Question: How do you […]
Prevention is Better than Cure in the Digital Jungle: ANXIETY
Credit: FreePik Start Early, Stay Connected The best defence against digital anxiety isn’t an app — it’s connection. Jonathan Haidt’s research shows anxiety and depression surged when children spent more time online and less in unstructured, real-world play. Tip for parents: Create daily tech-free rituals — a walk, snack time, or bedtime chat. These small […]
