“There is a silent tragedy developing right now, in our homes, and it concerns our most precious jewels….Our children are in a devastating emotional state!”, according to Victoria Prooday (Occupational Therapist), “talk to teachers and professionals who have been working in the field for the last 15 years. You will hear concerns similar to mine”.…
The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) conducted a study which highlighted the link between smart devices and attention spans, leading to a higher likelihood of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder(ADHD). The JAMA study found that frequent checking of social media, web browsing and other online activities will increase the likelihood of “meeting ADHD criteria” two years…
Social media platforms are constantly changing, and teens have always been ahead of the curve. Do we know where our children ‘hang-out’ on the internet? Many teen social media users say that social media often distracts them from other important things: Fifty-seven percent agree that using social media often distracts them when they should be…