Wellness Matters Webinar — Understanding and Managing Screen Time and Concerns

From smart phones and social media, to video game consoles and even online classes, technology has become an often inescapable necessity in our lives. But has the proliferation of devices in our homes, schools, and workplaces become problematic? Is our increased dependence on technology changing our brains and the brains of our children? This presentation explores the compelling nature of digital technologies, how to reduce the risks of their potential negative impacts, as well as what to do when screen use becomes problematic.

In this talk, you will learn

To better understand technology overuse/addiction and its causes.

The impacts and effects including fresh research on how technology shapes our brains.

How to make healthy choices for you and your children to lower risks and to ensure that the benefits of technology can continue to be enjoyed.

How to recognize when the use of technology has become problematic in your children’s lives or that of your own.

Realistic approaches and strategies and what you can do when screen use has become a concern.

Facilitator: Nicholas Renaud