"Among the most difficult parenting tasks, there are few as dreaded as asking a child to put down the device that's just absorbed their attention for hours. As a parent, you feel guilty that it got this far. You're also gearing up for a potential fight, should that child throw a toddler, tween, or teen tantrum. As they say, nobody wants this. While setting new boundaries on screen time might feel daunting, experts want you to know that a reset is possible."
"Think of it not as a battle, says Catherine Price, co-author of the new book The Amazing Generation: Your Guide to Fun and Freedom in a Screen-Filled World. Instead, remember that you're working toward a shared goal frequently thwarted by social media and excessive screen time. "In reality, we really should be on the same side, because what do we want for ourselves and our kids?" says Price. "We want to have meaningful and fun lives, with strong relationships.""
Asking a child to put down a device that has absorbed hours of attention ranks among the most difficult parenting tasks. Parents commonly feel guilt and brace for fights or tantrums when enforcing limits. A reset of screen habits is possible, and the new year offers a natural moment for change. The recommended approach treats the shift as a shared goal rather than a battle, recognizing that social media and excessive use often undermine meaningful, fun lives and strong relationships. Experts advise specific strategies, starting with avoiding lectures about screen rules.
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