Habits that can suggest digital addiction or excess screen time
It’s important to recognize the signs of digital addiction or too much screen time so you can stay healthy and balanced.
- Here are some habits that suggest you might be spending too much time on digital devices.
• Always Wanting to Use Devices: You feel like you need to be on your tablet, phone, or computer all the time.
• Getting Upset When Told to Stop: You get angry or sad when someone tells you to put your device away.
• Skipping Other Activities: You don't want to play outside, read, or do crafts because you’d rather use a screen.
• Doing Poorly in School: Your grades are dropping because you spend more time on screens than studying.
• Feeling Tired and Sore: You have headaches, tired eyes, or a sore neck and back from looking at screens too much.
• Not Sleeping Well: You stay up late using devices and feel tired during the day.
• Ignoring Family and Friends: You don’t talk to your family or friends as much because you’re focused on your device.
• Sneaking Screen Time: You hide how much time you spend on devices or sneak them when you're not supposed to.
• Eating While Using Devices: You eat meals in front of a screen instead of at the table with your family.
• Not Doing Chores or Homework: You forget or avoid doing your chores or homework because you’re on your device.