Screen Less Play More
Parenting doesn't have to be this hard! Screen Less Play More Podcast will help you raise balanced, thriving kids in the digital age. We give you the latest research on play, screen time, children's health, and technology... and hopefully a laugh or two! We believe that kids need to return to the play-based childhood of the past and get rid of the phone-based childhood that is causing so much anxiety and addiction. So take a listen, screen a little less, and play a little more! Discover the benefits of less screen time for children and practical strategies to reduce screen use as a family. Learn about guidelines, the role of a screen time parenting support coach, and fun activities to promote healthier habits. Embrace a balanced approach to technology and enhance your family's well-being. Modern parents are constantly asking: ● What are the recommended screen time limits for children by age? ● How can I reduce my child's screen time effectively? ● How much is too much screen time really? ● What are the negative effects of too much screen time on kids? ● How do I encourage my child to engage in activities that don’t involve screens? ● What should I do if my child is addicted to screens? ● What if I’m addicted to my screen too? In this podcast, Cynthia Dvorak, founder of Screen Less Play More, dives deep into the pressing topics of screen time and its impact on children and families. Join us as we explore the benefits of less screen time, including enhanced physical health, improved social skills, and boosted creativity. We’ll discuss how much screen time is too much, sharing guidelines for different age groups and the signs to watch for when it’s time to cut back. You’ll also learn practical strategies for reducing screen time with your family, from setting screen limits and creating screen-free zones to planning engaging activities and modeling healthy habits. Plus, we introduce the concept of a screen time parenting support coach—what they are, how they can help your family balance tech use, and tips for finding the right coach for your needs. Tune in for insightful discussions, expert tips, and relatable experiences that will empower you to take charge of your family’s screen time. Let’s work together to foster a healthier, more connected family environment! Website & Blog: https://screenlessplaymore.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559041665093 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/screenlessplaymore/?igsh=dmRweXU2bjBhbTlr&utm_source=qr#
Episodes
"The developers of these educational games are the same great minds that are creating recreational video games. They are experts at the compulsion loop. They are experts at keeping you hooked." - Amy T...
“The word memorization has become like a dirty word in educati...
"Think what we want the future worker to have. Think what employers tell us all the time. We want them to be able to have it take initiative. We want them to be able to co...
"The number of places that I found kids doing Read more
Why are kids addicted to screens? Why are kids addicted to social media and video games? Dr. Richard Freed gives us the answers, and explains step-by-step how tech companys design their apps and games to keep us on as long as possible.
Silicon Valley has been methodically implementing a secret science called "persuasive design." They have figured out how to prey upon our deeply-ingrained fears, desires, motivations, and ancient DNA...
Gilbert's viral Substack article caught Jonathan Haidt's attention. Haidt said on his own "After Babel" Substack, "Today, we’re sharing one of the most compelling and entertaining essays we’ve read on what happens when a school goes phone-free. The essay is written by Gilbert Schuerch, a veteran high school teacher in Harlem, NYC. He is also the writer of the Substack, Fit To Teach, where he shares stories from inner city public ed...
"In all my years of doing this since 2016, I have never worked with a single family that eliminated screens or significantly decreased screens and went on to regret it. Every single one of them saw a
"Somewhere along the way, kids' sports stopped being for kids" says author and podcast guest Linda Flanagan.
"Hold on, you might think. I want my kids in the game because exercise and team sports deliver virtues and advantages; they build character, promote well-being, and foster social connection'....but...Thanks to the extravagant investments in kids' sports, parents' Olympian commitment to their children's recreation, and the ex...
"No social media app, no matter how high-minded their philosophies are, they're not there to change the world and make it better.
How do I navigate online scams? How can I tell if it's a deepfake? How can I use AI responsibly? How should we use artificial intelligence in the classroom? Media literacy is needed now more than ever!
Donnell Probst has our answers. Donnell is the interim director of the National Association for Media Literacy Education.
Andrea Davis has the questions you need to ask your child and yourself before giving them a smart phone or device! Have I talked to my teen about digital predators, sexting, pornography, nudes, deepfakes, gaming addiction, bullying, body image, phishing,
Play is absolutely essential to the successful development of each and every child. Listen to find out what kids are learning while they play that they can't get anywhere else!
Welcome to the Screen Less Play More Podcast with Cynthia Dvorak! Discover the benefits of less screen time for children and practical strategies to reduce screen use as a family. Learn about guidelines, the role of a screen time parenting support coach, ...
In her practice, therapist Tessa Stuckey started recognizing a trend about 6 years ago.
“Kids would come to me with typical life stressors, mom got mad at them, they didn’t empty their dishwasher, or they made a C on a chemistry exam. Typical life stressors. But their go-to answer was always a dark, dark thought, whether that be self-harm or suicidal thinking.”
Tessa started investigating and found that “every single one of them ha...
Tech and relationship expert Ty Tashiro talks about online dating, awkwardness, digital parenting, and what we can do to find true love in this tech age!
Tech is affecting our dating, parenting, and friendships
Ty Tashiro is the author of "Awkward: The Science of Why We're Socially Awkward and Why That's Awesome," and "The Science of Happily Ever After: What Really Matters in the Search for True Love."
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Kaplan? Princeton Review? Khan Academy? Where do I start?
How do I keep my kids busy? How do I keep my kids off screens? How do we reconnect as a family? What happened when Instagram changed their algorithm?! Erin Loechner has your answers!
Cynthia interviews Erin Loechner, author of 'The Opt Out Family.' They discuss how to give your kids what technology can't. Erin shares her family's approach to technology, emphasizing the need for boundaries and the role of literature in fostering a t...
Kat Zilka was a high school teacher who realized that her students were in a real mental health crisis. She asked her students to write an essay about their relationship to their phones, and was shocked to read their confessions. “Honestly, if you were to read the essays and insert another substance, like alcohol or drugs into, in place of the phone or in place of social media, it would have been addicts crying for help.”
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