Children's excessive use of screens: anxiety and affected behaviors

Anxiété dûe à une surexposition aux écrans

Overexposure to screens can be a source of anxiety for children. Indeed, tablets and other devices have become ubiquitous in our daily lives, with the negative effects that this implies. What's more, excessive use can lead to a variety of health problems, including behavioral disorders and anxiety. In this article, we take a closer look at ... Read more

The dangers of digitization linked to overexposure to screens in young children

Temps d'écran chez les enfants : dangers de la digitalisation

The dangers of digitalization are often overlooked these days, yet the increasing digitalization of our society is having a significant impact on everyone, including the very young. Today's children are born into a digital world, and screens are an integral part of their daily lives. However, it's important to understand ... Read more

Screens and children's creativity: how to make good use of them?

Créativité des enfants hors écran

Is there a correlation between screens and children's creativity? These days, it's almost impossible to imagine a world without screens. From the classroom to the home, tablets, smartphones and computers have become commonplace tools in the daily lives of adults and children alike. While these technologies offer many ... Read more

The dangers of screen-induced depression in children

Photo montrant dependance aux ecrans - dangers de la dépression causée par l'usage des écrans chez les enfants

Children's increasing use of screens has become a major concern, for parents, educators and health professionals alike. This trend, fostered by COVID-19 and the widespread adoption of distance learning, has raised questions about the potential impacts on children's mental and physical health REF [^1^]. The ... Read more

Screens and children's self-esteem

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This article explains how excessive use of screens can have detrimental effects on the development of children's self-esteem. Digital media can promote unrealistic standards of beauty, which can lead children to compare themselves to others and feel dissatisfied with their appearance. In addition, screens can be addictive and socially isolating, which can also affect children's self-esteem. Excessive screen use can also prevent children from taking on real-life challenges, which are important for developing their self-confidence. It is therefore recommended to limit screen time and promote balanced activities such as face-to-face social interaction, physical activities and creative hobbies to foster the healthy development of self-esteem in children.

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