In this new world of working from home, with school lessons, exercise classes and communications moved online, it can feel like you and your family are spending a full day behind a screen. Consciously carving out time for activities that aren’t focused around your screen can have a positive impact on your mind and body.
Useful Resources:
Understanding Screen Addiction and Responsible Digital Use
This guide offers:
- Informative insights into increased screen use during COVID-19 - with phone usage up by about 30% from pre-pandemic levels.
- Step-by-step advice on how to take control of your screen use by identifying triggers, scheduling screen time, and setting restrictions on your phone.
- Useful information on digital detoxers and dieters: 7 in 10 people have tried to moderate their digital consumption in some way, with 37% deleting an app and 27% turning off notifications.
- Quotes from experts appear throughout, along with useful links for further reading on the topic.
