Press Release: “DISCONNECT TO CONNECT” Addresses Risks of Digital Devices for Elementary, Middle Sc

Too much screen time can have a lasting impact on the health of children. Children at the elementary level are exposed to even more types of technology, apps, and gaming than ever. More and more children have their own phones, and there is pressure on parents to buy for the ones who don’t.

Kids have become even more dependent on technology. They use it to do schoolwork, interact with friends, and play games. Devices offer big entertainment. Education and recreation usage of tech increased during the pandemic. According to a recent survey by Common Sense, technology use grew by 17% for kids ages 8-18.  Over the past six years, tweens and teens who have their own digital device increased by almost 20%.

Press Release: Elementary and Middle School Students_Art 3 01-30-24