Most of us can’t escape having to use digital screens in our everyday lives. So you may be tempted to reach for blue light blocking glasses to help your eyes. An ophthalmologists discusses.
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12 Healthier Alternatives to Screen Time When Kids Are Stuck at Home With No School
Kids are stuck at home with no school? A pediatric psychologist offers 12 screen-free options to keep them busy, without being bored!
Intense Gaming Can Trigger Syncope in Some Children and Teens
Video games can be intense. And for some kids with pre-existing cardiac conditions, the excitement can be too much for their bodies, particularly their hearts.
Are LED Lights Damaging Your Retina?
Environmentally friendly and cost-effective LED lights are lighting up our lives. But are LED lights bad for you and your retina? Read more about the recent studies pointing to a problem and screen time recommendations to protect your children’s health.
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What You Need to Know About Gaming Injuries
Are you or your kiddo rubbing a sore arm after hours of battling on Fortnite or Diablo? That hand or arm pain could be a real injury. Risks are different whether you game on PC, VR or console — here’s what to look for.
Put the Phone Away! 3 Reasons Why Looking at It Before Bed Is a Bad Habit
Smartphones were designed to make us more productive and our lives easier. But what happens when they start doing the opposite like keeping us up at night? Learn why you should really break the bad habit and stop looking at your phone right before bed.
7 Ways to Binge-Watch TV Without Harming Your Health
Thanks to streaming services, it’s easy to binge-watch an entire season of your favorite show without coming up for air. These 7 tips will help you indulge without harming your health — or missing out on real life.
Too Much Screen Time Harmful for Kids’ Development (Especially Those Under Age 5)
A new study finds too much screen time is bad for your preschooler’s development. Our pediatrician gives tips for setting limits and finding other activities they’ll love.
Encouraging Your Digital-Age Kids to Love the Outdoors
Kids of all ages spend a lot of time glued to their screens these days. Get some tips on how to encourage them to love the outdoors, despite the lure of technology.
How Screen Time Can Slow Your Child’s Development
Many parents have likely given their child a device or screen to entertain or occupy them, but some estimates suggest kids are watching 5-7 hours of screen time each day.
