Module 5: Screen Time Management – Curriculum
Screens are part of our daily lives — we use them to learn, play, relax, and connect with others. But too much screen time, or misusing screens, can affect our sleep, mood, focus, and relationships.
This module helps you understand how screen time affects your brain and body. You’ll explore different types of screen use (like gaming, scrolling, or studying), learn how to set healthy limits discover ways to take breaks, and feel more in control. Through personal reflection, you’ll build good habits and learn how to use technology in a smarter, healthier way.
Throughout this module, you`ll discover more about:
- What is screen time and what types of screen time exist?
- Screens and relationships
- Screens and sleep
- The mechanisms of screen addiction
- Practices on how to develop a healthier relationship with the screen - Screen Time Guidelines
- Digital Well-being Tools
- Digital Detox and Mindfulness
- The role of educators and youth workers in raising awareness regarding screen time
- References