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    How Much Screen Time is Too Much?

                     In today’s digital world, it’s easy to get caught up in screens. However, it’s important to recognise
                     when screen time becomes excessive. Below are some signs to help determine if screen use is
                     negatively affecting our health and well-being:

                                                                        Physical Discomfort

                                                                        Eye strain, headaches and poor
                                                                        posture from screen use.

                                                                        Declining Mental Health
                                                                        Extended screen time leads to anxiety,
                                                                        stress and negative feelings.

                                                                        Lost Time

                                       Excessive                        Time lost without purpose due to
                                      Screen Time                       screen usage.
                                                                         Sleep Issues

                                                                         Screen time interferes with sleep
                                                                         patterns and rest.

                                                                        Social Isolation
                                                                        Online activities replace
                                                                        face-to-face social interactions.

                     There’s no one-size-fits-all answer, but  moderation  is  key.  It’s  important  to  create  a healthy
                     balance  between screen time  and  other  activities  like  exercise,  socialising  and  relaxation  to

                     ensure overall well-being.

                            Productivity: It refers to the ability to efficiently complete tasks or produce work, often with
                            the goal of achieving more in less time.

                            Self-worth:  It refers to the value or esteem a person place on themselves, based on their
                            beliefs, feelings and perceptions about their own abilities, qualities and achievements.

                            Isolation: It refers to  the  state  of being  separated  from others,  either  physically  or
                            emotionally, which can lead to feelings of loneliness and disconnection.

                            Cyberbullying: It is the use of digital platforms, such as social media, websites or messaging
                            apps, to harass, threaten or harm others through harmful messages, posts or actions.

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