Contents:<\/h2>\n\n- Parenting In The Digital Age: Trends Amongst Children<\/a>\n
\n- Facts and Tips<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- How To Prevent The Negative Effects Of Technology On Your Child<\/a><\/li>\n
- The Pros & Cons Of Children Using Technology<\/a><\/li>\n
- Tips on Parenting In The Digital Age<\/a><\/li>\n
- Tips On Positive Parenting<\/a><\/li>\n
- Limits & Technology Milestones For Different Ages<\/a>\n
\n- 0\u2013<\/span>18 Months<\/a><\/li>\n
- Preschool<\/a><\/li>\n
- School Age<\/a><\/li>\n
- Pre-Teens<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- FAQs<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Parenting In The Digital Age: Trends Amongst Children<\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2019\/08\/familytime-1.png\")
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Knowing how <\/span>technology has impacted<\/span> parenting is extremely important. Although technology may provide huge advantages to our society, there are also massive negative impacts that can greatly affect your child.<\/span><\/p>\nParents today face unique challenges of parenting, such as balancing access to online content while still ensuring their child\u2019s physical, social, and emotional development. Unlike past generations, digital media is woven into nearly every aspect of childhood.<\/span><\/p>\nMany studies<\/a> have shown the negative impact of digital technologies on children. The overuse of computers from an early age can affect many areas of a child\u2019s life, including academic success.<\/p>\nAs studies suggest, the use of digital devices can cause poor concentration, disorganization, underdeveloped language skills, and a severe lack of creativity.<\/p>\n
Facts and Tips<\/h3>\n
A study<\/span> released by Pew Research<\/a> offers proof that parenting children in the digital age is challenging.<\/p>\nIn the United States alone, 66% of parents (who have at least one child under the age of 18 but may also have adult children) said that parenting is more difficult today compared to parenting 20 years ago.<\/p>\n
The reason why such a high number of parents feel this way? It\u2019s due to the rise of technology. And evidence of this is seen in the following stats.<\/p>\n
Facts About Parenting in the Digital Age<\/h4>\n
According to the study, when asked whether parents were concerned if their <\/span>children spent<\/span> too much time looking at a screen, the results showed:<\/span><\/p>\n\n- 71%<\/strong> of parents are concerned that their child might spend too much time in front of a screen.<\/li>\n
- 31%<\/strong> of parents indicated they\u2019re very<\/em> concerned that their child might spend too much time looking at a screen.<\/li>\n
- 84%<\/strong> of parents feel confident that they know how much screen time is too much for their children.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
A majority of parents with these concerns<\/span> seek out advice from other professionals to help with today\u2019s modern technology challenges.<\/span><\/p>\n\n- 61%<\/strong> of participating parents (of children 11 or younger) indicated they had received information or advice from a medical professional or doctor about screen time.<\/li>\n
- 55%<\/strong> said they received screen time information from other parents.<\/li>\n
- 45%<\/strong> of parents (of children ages 5 to 11) said they turned to teachers for help regarding screen time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The biggest concern for parents is the long-term effects of smartphone technology on a child\u2019s learning and development. So, it\u2019s interesting to note that the vast majority of parents involved in the study limit how long and when their child uses screens. In addition, digital grounding is a common practice amongst this group of parents:<\/p>\n
\n- 86%<\/strong> of parents (with a child aged 5 to 11) said they limit the length of time or time of day their child uses screens.<\/li>\n
- 80%<\/strong> also said they take screens or internet access<\/a> away from their child as a form of punishment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
These stats give parents a lot of information about how technology can impact parenting in the digital age. So, how can they use this data to be an awesome parent?<\/p>\n
Tips for Parenting in the Digital Age<\/h4>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2019\/08\/Mother-and-son-2.jpg\")
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One of the best things parents can do in this digital age is to help their kids build a healthy relationship with technology and become responsible digital citizens.<\/span> In short, parents should educate their children on how to use digital technology safely and effectively.<\/span><\/p>\nCreating a family plan is a helpful way to set ground rules. A family media plan can outline daily screen time limits, rules for social media, and clear expectations around online behavior. This ensures everyone in the household has consistent guidelines.<\/span><\/p>\nFor example, if a teenager is playing an online game with a chat, discuss with them what words or requests from strangers should be a danger signal. If your child is using social media, walk through privacy settings together so they understand how to protect their personal information.<\/span><\/p>\nIn addition to how much screen time children get, parents’ concerns about digital addiction and online privacy also affect what they allow their kids to see.<\/p>\n
One tip is to use apps like Findmykids<\/a>, and smartphone or internet settings. Using these tools makes it possible to monitor a child\u2019s online activities.<\/p>\nAccording to the same Pew Research study:<\/p>\n
\n- 75%<\/strong> of participating parents with a child aged 5 to 11 check websites and apps.<\/li>\n
- 72%<\/strong> use parental controls and restrict how much time their child spends looking at a screen.<\/li>\n
- 49%<\/strong> monitor text messages and call records.<\/li>\n
- 33%<\/strong> of parents use apps like Findmykids<\/a> or GPS to track their child\u2019s location.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
And these tips don\u2019t just apply to your children!<\/p>\n
A majority of parents<\/span> involved in the study also expressed concern over their own use of technology:<\/span><\/p>\n\n- 68%<\/strong> of parents said they felt at least sometimes<\/em> distracted by their smartphone when with their children.<\/li>\n
- About 8 in 10<\/strong> parents use social media to share information about their children.<\/li>\n
- Almost half indicated that others share too much about their young kids on social media.<\/li>\n
- 24%<\/strong> of parents who use social media feel pressured only to post what makes them look good. (This stat varies by gender, education, and age.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Digital citizenship doesn\u2019t just apply to kids. It also applies to parents. Being an informed parent and taking note of these tips for dealing with the digital age is half the battle.<\/p>\n
With a shift toward virtual learning, digital communication, and the rise of social media, it\u2019s impossible to reduce a child\u2019s screen time by 100%. However, using these tips allows parents to employ device management to keep children safe from dangers like online predators.<\/p>\n
The 5 C\u2019s from AAP: How to Apply Them at Home in 15 Minutes<\/h4>\n
The american Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends<\/a> following the 5 C\u2019s<\/strong>\u2014five key principles that help parents raise children in the digital age. We\u2019ve expanded these recommendations with practical steps you can implement in just 15 minutes a day\u2014and integrated Findmykids<\/strong> features for convenience.<\/p>\n\u2192\u2192\u2192<\/p>\n
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- Facts and Tips<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- How To Prevent The Negative Effects Of Technology On Your Child<\/a><\/li>\n
- The Pros & Cons Of Children Using Technology<\/a><\/li>\n
- Tips on Parenting In The Digital Age<\/a><\/li>\n
- Tips On Positive Parenting<\/a><\/li>\n
- Limits & Technology Milestones For Different Ages<\/a>\n
- \n
- 0\u2013<\/span>18 Months<\/a><\/li>\n
- Preschool<\/a><\/li>\n
- School Age<\/a><\/li>\n
- Pre-Teens<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- FAQs<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Parenting In The Digital Age: Trends Amongst Children<\/h2>\n
Prostock-studio\/Shutterstock.com<\/p><\/div>\n
Knowing how <\/span>technology has impacted<\/span> parenting is extremely important. Although technology may provide huge advantages to our society, there are also massive negative impacts that can greatly affect your child.<\/span><\/p>\n
Parents today face unique challenges of parenting, such as balancing access to online content while still ensuring their child\u2019s physical, social, and emotional development. Unlike past generations, digital media is woven into nearly every aspect of childhood.<\/span><\/p>\n
Many studies<\/a> have shown the negative impact of digital technologies on children. The overuse of computers from an early age can affect many areas of a child\u2019s life, including academic success.<\/p>\n
As studies suggest, the use of digital devices can cause poor concentration, disorganization, underdeveloped language skills, and a severe lack of creativity.<\/p>\n
Facts and Tips<\/h3>\n
A study<\/span> released by Pew Research<\/a> offers proof that parenting children in the digital age is challenging.<\/p>\n
In the United States alone, 66% of parents (who have at least one child under the age of 18 but may also have adult children) said that parenting is more difficult today compared to parenting 20 years ago.<\/p>\n
The reason why such a high number of parents feel this way? It\u2019s due to the rise of technology. And evidence of this is seen in the following stats.<\/p>\n
Facts About Parenting in the Digital Age<\/h4>\n
According to the study, when asked whether parents were concerned if their <\/span>children spent<\/span> too much time looking at a screen, the results showed:<\/span><\/p>\n
- \n
- 71%<\/strong> of parents are concerned that their child might spend too much time in front of a screen.<\/li>\n
- 31%<\/strong> of parents indicated they\u2019re very<\/em> concerned that their child might spend too much time looking at a screen.<\/li>\n
- 84%<\/strong> of parents feel confident that they know how much screen time is too much for their children.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
A majority of parents with these concerns<\/span> seek out advice from other professionals to help with today\u2019s modern technology challenges.<\/span><\/p>\n
- \n
- 61%<\/strong> of participating parents (of children 11 or younger) indicated they had received information or advice from a medical professional or doctor about screen time.<\/li>\n
- 55%<\/strong> said they received screen time information from other parents.<\/li>\n
- 45%<\/strong> of parents (of children ages 5 to 11) said they turned to teachers for help regarding screen time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The biggest concern for parents is the long-term effects of smartphone technology on a child\u2019s learning and development. So, it\u2019s interesting to note that the vast majority of parents involved in the study limit how long and when their child uses screens. In addition, digital grounding is a common practice amongst this group of parents:<\/p>\n
- \n
- 86%<\/strong> of parents (with a child aged 5 to 11) said they limit the length of time or time of day their child uses screens.<\/li>\n
- 80%<\/strong> also said they take screens or internet access<\/a> away from their child as a form of punishment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
These stats give parents a lot of information about how technology can impact parenting in the digital age. So, how can they use this data to be an awesome parent?<\/p>\n
Tips for Parenting in the Digital Age<\/h4>\n
Prostock-studio\/Shutterstock.com<\/p><\/div>\n
One of the best things parents can do in this digital age is to help their kids build a healthy relationship with technology and become responsible digital citizens.<\/span> In short, parents should educate their children on how to use digital technology safely and effectively.<\/span><\/p>\n
Creating a family plan is a helpful way to set ground rules. A family media plan can outline daily screen time limits, rules for social media, and clear expectations around online behavior. This ensures everyone in the household has consistent guidelines.<\/span><\/p>\n
For example, if a teenager is playing an online game with a chat, discuss with them what words or requests from strangers should be a danger signal. If your child is using social media, walk through privacy settings together so they understand how to protect their personal information.<\/span><\/p>\n
In addition to how much screen time children get, parents’ concerns about digital addiction and online privacy also affect what they allow their kids to see.<\/p>\n
One tip is to use apps like Findmykids<\/a>, and smartphone or internet settings. Using these tools makes it possible to monitor a child\u2019s online activities.<\/p>\n
According to the same Pew Research study:<\/p>\n
- \n
- 75%<\/strong> of participating parents with a child aged 5 to 11 check websites and apps.<\/li>\n
- 72%<\/strong> use parental controls and restrict how much time their child spends looking at a screen.<\/li>\n
- 49%<\/strong> monitor text messages and call records.<\/li>\n
- 33%<\/strong> of parents use apps like Findmykids<\/a> or GPS to track their child\u2019s location.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
And these tips don\u2019t just apply to your children!<\/p>\n
A majority of parents<\/span> involved in the study also expressed concern over their own use of technology:<\/span><\/p>\n
- \n
- 68%<\/strong> of parents said they felt at least sometimes<\/em> distracted by their smartphone when with their children.<\/li>\n
- About 8 in 10<\/strong> parents use social media to share information about their children.<\/li>\n
- Almost half indicated that others share too much about their young kids on social media.<\/li>\n
- 24%<\/strong> of parents who use social media feel pressured only to post what makes them look good. (This stat varies by gender, education, and age.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Digital citizenship doesn\u2019t just apply to kids. It also applies to parents. Being an informed parent and taking note of these tips for dealing with the digital age is half the battle.<\/p>\n
With a shift toward virtual learning, digital communication, and the rise of social media, it\u2019s impossible to reduce a child\u2019s screen time by 100%. However, using these tips allows parents to employ device management to keep children safe from dangers like online predators.<\/p>\n
The 5 C\u2019s from AAP: How to Apply Them at Home in 15 Minutes<\/h4>\n
The american Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends<\/a> following the 5 C\u2019s<\/strong>\u2014five key principles that help parents raise children in the digital age. We\u2019ve expanded these recommendations with practical steps you can implement in just 15 minutes a day\u2014and integrated Findmykids<\/strong> features for convenience.<\/p>\n
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\n - About 8 in 10<\/strong> parents use social media to share information about their children.<\/li>\n
- 72%<\/strong> use parental controls and restrict how much time their child spends looking at a screen.<\/li>\n
- 80%<\/strong> also said they take screens or internet access<\/a> away from their child as a form of punishment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- 55%<\/strong> said they received screen time information from other parents.<\/li>\n
- 31%<\/strong> of parents indicated they\u2019re very<\/em> concerned that their child might spend too much time looking at a screen.<\/li>\n
- Preschool<\/a><\/li>\n
- How To Prevent The Negative Effects Of Technology On Your Child<\/a><\/li>\n
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