Digital Childhood
Michael Martin
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
Digital Childhood: Parenting in the Age of Screens
In an era where screens are a constant presence in children's lives, Digital Childhood: Parenting in the Age of Screens offers parents a crucial roadmap for guiding their children through the complexities of growing up in a digital world. This insightful guide explores the impact of technology on children’s mental health, development, and relationships, providing parents with the tools they need to foster healthy screen habits and encourage a balanced, fulfilling childhood.
Inside, you’ll discover:
The Impact of Technology: Understand how screen time affects children’s cognitive and emotional development and how to balance digital engagement with real-world experiences.
Managing Screen Time: Learn practical strategies for setting healthy limits on screen use, while allowing for educational and creative opportunities through technology.
Mental Health & Cyberbullying: Get advice on how to recognize the signs of online stress, anxiety, and cyberbullying, and how to support your child’s mental well-being in the digital age.
Building Digital Literacy: Equip your children with the skills to critically evaluate online content, protect their privacy, and navigate the digital world safely.
Creating Balance and Connection: Discover activities and traditions that promote family bonding and screen-free time, helping to build stronger offline relationships.
Digital Childhood empowers parents to take a proactive, intentional approach to technology use, fostering open communication, healthy boundaries, and a strong sense of digital responsibility. With expert insights and practical advice, this book provides a blueprint for raising resilient, digitally literate children who can thrive in the digital era.
Duration - 2h 24m.
Author - Michael Martin.
Narrator - Digital Voice Madison G.
Published Date - Monday, 06 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2025 Michael Martin ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Digital Childhood: Parenting in the Age of Screens In an era where screens are a constant presence in children's lives, Digital Childhood: Parenting in the Age of Screens offers parents a crucial roadmap for guiding their children through the complexities of growing up in a digital world. This insightful guide explores the impact of technology on children’s mental health, development, and relationships, providing parents with the tools they need to foster healthy screen habits and encourage a balanced, fulfilling childhood. Inside, you’ll discover: The Impact of Technology: Understand how screen time affects children’s cognitive and emotional development and how to balance digital engagement with real-world experiences. Managing Screen Time: Learn practical strategies for setting healthy limits on screen use, while allowing for educational and creative opportunities through technology. Mental Health & Cyberbullying: Get advice on how to recognize the signs of online stress, anxiety, and cyberbullying, and how to support your child’s mental well-being in the digital age. Building Digital Literacy: Equip your children with the skills to critically evaluate online content, protect their privacy, and navigate the digital world safely. Creating Balance and Connection: Discover activities and traditions that promote family bonding and screen-free time, helping to build stronger offline relationships. Digital Childhood empowers parents to take a proactive, intentional approach to technology use, fostering open communication, healthy boundaries, and a strong sense of digital responsibility. With expert insights and practical advice, this book provides a blueprint for raising resilient, digitally literate children who can thrive in the digital era. Duration - 2h 24m. Author - Michael Martin. Narrator - Digital Voice Madison G. Published Date - Monday, 06 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Michael Martin ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credit
Duration:00:00:17
Introduction: The Digital Dilemma.
Duration:00:00:04
The Advancement of Technology in Children's Lives
Duration:00:01:57
Opportunities and challenges.
Duration:00:02:26
The Function of Culture and Socioeconomics
Duration:00:01:07
Goals of the Book
Duration:00:02:33
Chapter 1 A New Kind of Childhood.
Duration:00:00:04
Technology's Impact on Childhood Development
Duration:00:01:25
Historical Perspective: From TV to Smartphones.
Duration:00:02:24
Early exposure to technology presents both advantages and disadvantages.
Duration:00:02:13
Real-Life Stories Showing the Effects of Screens on Family Dynamics
Duration:00:03:42
Chapter 2 Understanding the Screen Effect.
Duration:00:00:04
How screens influence brain development.
Duration:00:01:56
Psychological and Emotional Impact on Children
Duration:00:01:42
The Function of Dopamine and Addiction in Screen Use
Duration:00:01:13
Case studies and scientific research
Duration:00:02:24
Navigating the Screen Effect
Duration:00:02:01
Chapter 3 Social Media and Mental Health.
Duration:00:00:59
The Relationship Between Social Media and Mental Health
Duration:00:00:29
Anxiety & Depression
Duration:00:01:54
Self-esteem and body image concerns.
Duration:00:02:18
FOMO (Fear of Missing Out)
Duration:00:01:29
Pressures of Online Validation
Duration:00:01:32
Strategies for Helping Children Navigate Social Media Positively
Duration:00:04:25
Chapter 4 Finding Balance Between Technology and Real-Life Experiences
Duration:00:01:03
The value of offline play, nature, and human interaction
Duration:00:00:23
The Role of Offline Play
Duration:00:01:27
Benefits of Nature
Duration:00:01:17
The Power of Human Interaction.
Duration:00:01:08
Setting limits without banning screens.
Duration:00:00:50
The importance of setting boundaries.
Duration:00:01:23
Promoting Positive Screen Use.
Duration:00:00:58
Modelling Healthy Technology Habits.
Duration:00:01:00
For toddlers (ages 2 to 5)
Duration:00:01:38
For teenagers (aged 13-18)
Duration:00:01:30
Chapter 5 Teach Digital Literacy
Duration:00:01:35
What is digital literacy, and why is it so important?
Duration:00:08:22
Cybersecurity Fundamentals: Protecting Privacy and Avoiding Scams
Duration:00:03:10
Interactive Activities for Parents and Teachers.
Duration:00:02:12
Chapter 6 Developing Healthy Online Habits
Duration:00:01:00
Setting Boundaries for Screen Time
Duration:00:02:58
Using technology for learning and creativity.
Duration:00:02:45
Encourage Mindfulness and Intentional Screen Use.
Duration:00:03:38
Chapter 7 Developing Resilience in the Face of Cyberbullying
Duration:00:01:04
Understanding the Types and Impacts of Cyberbullying
Duration:00:03:16
How to Recognize Distress in Children
Duration:00:03:26
Steps to prevent, intervene, and recover
Duration:00:04:19
Resources for parents and schools
Duration:00:02:06
Chapter 8 Parental Role in the Digital Age
Duration:00:00:42
Modelling Healthy Screen Habits.
Duration:00:03:21
Navigating Conflicts over Screen Use
Duration:00:04:12
How to Encourage Open Communication About Technology and Its Challenges.
Duration:00:04:37
Chapter 9 Using technology to grow and learn
Duration:00:00:53
Apps and platforms that encourage education and creativity.
Duration:00:02:51
Creative platforms for artistic and personal development
Duration:00:02:24
Platforms for developing critical thinking and problem solving
Duration:00:01:58
Creating a home environment that promotes learning through technology
Duration:00:03:24
Balancing educational tools and recreational uses
Duration:00:01:42
Chapter 10 A Screen-Free Family Culture.
Duration:00:01:08
Tips for Screen-Free Family Activities and Traditions
Duration:00:06:45
Benefits of Unplugging as a Family
Duration:00:02:50
Stories of Families That Successfully Reduced Screen Reliance
Duration:00:03:48
Conclusion Raising Digital Natives.
Duration:00:06:30
We urge parents and educators to embrace their guiding roles.
Duration:00:02:23
Embracing the Future: Developing Resilient Digital Natives
Duration:00:01:46
Closing Credit
Duration:00:00:17