8 Steps Parents Can Take to Put Down Their Phones

8 Steps Parents Can Take to Put Down Their Phones
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Barbara Danza
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In recent years, more attention has been given to the growing problem of screen addiction. Much has been said about its effects on children.

A recent study showed the detrimental effects of parents’ overuse of digital devices on their children. According to an article published in Nature, researchers at the University of Michigan and Illinois State University found that children who are raised by parents who cannot put their phones down are likely to misbehave.
Barbara Danza
Barbara Danza
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Barbara Danza is a contributing editor covering family and lifestyle topics. Her articles focus on homeschooling, family travel, entrepreneurship, and personal development. She contributes children’s book reviews to the weekly booklist and is the editor of “Just For Kids,” the newspaper’s print-only page for children. Her website is BarbaraDanza.com
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