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Screen Time & Online Behaviour

Help your child have a healthy relationship with screens and devices.

Our research shows that screen time is a top concern for parents. But managing screen time often leads to arguments and family conflict.

- How much time should they spend in front of a screen?
- Should I be worried about their online safety?
- What can I do to reduce the arguments around screen time?

You’ll find everything you need in our Screen Time Collection. It’s full of useful resources – and there’s more being added all the time.

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The Screen Time Collection

How Can I Keep My Child Safe on Social Media? | Dr Holly Powell-Jones

Expert guest, Dr Holly Powell-Jones, shares ideas to help you keep your teenager safe on social media.

Managing Social Media With Primary Age Children

Explore ways to discuss social media with your child, set your family rules, and keep them safe online.

How to Help Your Child if They’re Bullied Online

Learn about online bullying (cyberbullying) and the practical ways you can support your child with it.

Talking to Your Child About Pornography and Sexting

Find ways to have difficult conversations about pornography and the dangers of sharing photos and videos of themselves.

Screen Time | Episode 6: Role Models

Changing your own online habits can help your child see that technology doesn't need to dominate family life.

Screen Time | Episode 5: Social Media

Find out how you can talk with your child about social media and keep them safe online.

Screen Time | Episode 4: On-Screen Violence

Find out how you can have positive conversations with your child about the things they watch on TV and online,

Screen Time | Episode 3: Online Safety

How can you help your child stay safe online without frightening them about the dangers?

Screen Time | Episode 2: Healthy Living

What impact can screen time have on your child's physical health and mental wellbeing?

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How Can I Keep My Child Safe on Social Media? | Dr Holly Powell-Jones

Podcast

Expert guest, Dr Holly Powell-Jones, shares ideas to help you keep your teenager safe on social media.

Understanding Anxious Feelings and How to Help

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Understand why your child has anxious feelings and explore simple ways to help them cope with worries.

Helping Your Child With Problem Solving

Quick Read

How to support your child to overcome barriers and find ways to solve problems.

5 Tips for Talking About World Events With Your Teen

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5 simple tips to help you talk to your teenager about world events, including war, terrorism and natural disasters.

Supporting School Struggles and Learning Challenges

Quick Read

Understand why your child might be struggling at school and simple ways to boost their confidence.

How to Help Your Child With Feeling Insecure

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From body image worries to feeling like a failure, find ways to help your child build their confidence.

How to Help When Your Child’s Not Coping

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Explore why your child struggles with emotions and practical ways to support them when they can't cope.

Should I Worry That My Child Seems Withdrawn?

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Explore why your child seems withdrawn and how you can boost their social skills.

What Is Attachment & Why Is It Important? | Richard Bell

Podcast

Find out how to build secure attachments with your child and the benefits this has for the whole family.

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