5 ways parents handle screen time: Which camp are you in?
Published on: Oct. 2, 2025, 5 a.m. | Source: Times of India
In today’s digital-first world, screen time has become one of the most debated aspects of parenting. From smartphones and tablets to TVs and gaming consoles, children are surrounded by digital devices and parents often struggle to strike a balance between technology as a tool and technology as a distraction. A 2016 study by the American Academy of Pediatrics recommended that families develop “media use plans” tailored to their household values, underlining that there is no one-size-fits-all solution. In practice, parents tend to fall into distinct “camps” when it comes to screen time management. Here are five of the most common approaches.
