Health professionals and other community leaders often have opportunities to educate others about the risks associated with screen use by children and youth.
Community Toolkit: Educate
Slide decks
Use the presentations below to engage and inform members of your community and to advocate for safer digital spaces for children and youth.
The slides can be used as is or tailored to suit your audience and purpose.
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Health and developmental effects of recreational screen use for children aged 0-5 years
There are no advantages of screen use for infants and toddlers, and preschoolers learn language and vocabulary best from live, dynamic interactions with caring adults.
This PowerPoint presentation provides practical guidance on how to help families navigate screen use in young children. Learn more.
Health and developmental effects of recreational screen use for school-aged children and teens
No more than about 2 hours of recreational screen use a day is linked to positive well-being for young people.
This PowerPoint presentation provides practical guidance on how to help families encourage healthier screen use by children and youth. Learn more.
Resource Library
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Use our Resource Library to find printable, downloadable resources that explore common concerns about screen use in more detail.
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