Screen Time Matters: It's Not All Bad or Good

Let's face it, screens are part of our daily lives. But instead of just worrying about how many hours we spend in front of them, scientists are now pointing out that what we do on those screens is what truly makes a difference. Imagine this: a video chat with friends can make you feel connected, while endlessly scrolling through social media may leave you feeling isolated. Kids can learn a lot from screens, but too much can also be harmful. Even the way our family uses screens plays a role. The thing is, most studies just look at how long we're glued to our screens, not what we're actually doing. So, if we really want to understand the impact of screen time, we need to dig deeper into the activities and reasons behind it. Both policymakers and users should think more carefully about how we use our screens. It's not just about the quantity, but the quality of our screen time that counts.