As children grow up surrounded by technology, families and educators have an important job in helping them develop healthy digital habits. Digital tools can support learning and thinking skills, but they also bring challenges, such as overuse and exposure to inappropriate content. As technology changes, we need to keep learning how to guide young people to use it responsibly. This article examines both the benefits and risks of screen time, providing evidence-based strategies to help families and schools strike a balanced approach. You’ll also hear directly from schools with hands-on experience on this topic.

The Impact of Technology on Children and Teenagers

テクノロジーが子供とティーンエイジャーに与える影響

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テクノロジーが子供とティーンエイジャーに与える影響

子どもたちがテクノロジーに囲まれて成長する中で、健全なデジタル習慣を身につけさせることは、家庭や教育者の重要な仕事である。デジタル・ツールは、学習や思考力をサポートする一方で、使いすぎや不適切なコンテンツへの接触といった課題ももたらします。テクノロジーが変化する中、私たちは若者が責任を持って使用できるよう導く方法を学び続ける必要があります。

この記事では、スクリーンタイムの利点とリスクの両方を検証し、家庭と学校がバランスの取れたアプローチを取るための、エビデンスに基づいた戦略を提供します。また、このテーマについて実体験を持つ学校から直接話を聞くこともできます。

技術的展望

テクノロジーは、認知能力を向上させ、創造性を刺激し、批判的思考を支援することによって、子どもの発達を高めることができる。しかし、明確な境界線と家族の積極的な関与がなければ、スクリーンタイムは子どもの健康、幸福、学習成果にリスクをもたらす可能性がある。デジタルメディアの使用には、特に低年齢の子どもにとって、意識的なアプローチが不可欠です。
Educating for Responsible Use
St Peter’s School, alongside families, takes on the responsibility of educating our students in the conscious and responsible use of devices and digital content. Last year, we initiated a reflection process on the impact of technology on the younger generations, the so-called digital natives, and the role that families and schools should play in their ethical and cognitive development. This process began with a roundtable discussion, during which several parents shared their concerns and offered several solutions and proposals. Based on their contributions, we reviewed and updated our device policy, adjusting it to the current concerns, challenges, and needs.
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Educating for Responsible Use
St Peter’s School, alongside families, takes on the responsibility of educating our students in the conscious and responsible use of devices and digital content. Last year, we initiated a reflection process on the impact of technology on the younger generations, the so-called digital natives, and the role that families and schools should play in their ethical and cognitive development. This process began with a roundtable discussion, during which several parents shared their concerns and offered several solutions and proposals. Based on their contributions, we reviewed and updated our device policy, adjusting it to the current concerns, challenges, and needs.
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子供とティーンエイジャーにとってのテクノロジーの利点

スクリーンは、思慮深く使用すれば、学習、デジタルスキル、家族のつながりをサポートすることができる。特に保護者の積極的な指導のもとでの適度なスクリーン使用は、学業成績と社会参加を向上させるという研究結果がある。

その利点は以下の通りである:

  • 家族のつながり:テクノロジーについて話し合うことで、絆を深めることができる。
  • 思春期の幸福:適度なスクリーンの使用は、デジタルプラットフォームを通じて社会的相互作用を提供し、高学年の子供にとっては害が少ないようだ。
  • 認知能力の発達:教育ゲームは、視覚処理や読み書きの能力を高め、学習体験を豊かにする。
  • コンピテンシーの利点デジタルリテラシーは将来の成功に不可欠である。
Potential Benefits
Research indicates that screen use can promote family bonding and cognitive development. Educational content can improve academic performance and stimulate creativity. Digital competence is increasingly crucial for success in today’s job market, equipping students with necessary skills for a tech-driven future.
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Potential Benefits
Research indicates that screen use can promote family bonding and cognitive development. Educational content can improve academic performance and stimulate creativity. Digital competence is increasingly crucial for success in today’s job market, equipping students with necessary skills for a tech-driven future.
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児童期と青年期におけるテクノロジーのリスク

その利点とは裏腹に、特に低年齢の子どもにとって、過度なスクリーンタイムや監視のないスクリーンタイムは、健康と発達に害を及ぼす可能性がある。こうしたリスクを認識することが、バランスのとれたデジタル・ライフスタイルへの第一歩である。当局は、バランスの取れたメディア利用を支援するために、年齢に応じた制限を推奨している:
  • 2 歳未満のお子様にはスクリーンタイムを与えないでください。
  • 未就学児の場合は1日1時間までに制限してください。
  • 学校関連の使用を除き、学齢期の子供は 2 時間までに制限されます。
  • スクリーンを見ない時間(食事中や就寝前など)を確保します。
保護者は、話し合いによる制限を設定し、健全な行動のモデルを示し、画面の使用とオンラインの安全性について定期的に話し合うことが推奨されます。
Key Risks
Despite the benefits, there are notable risks associated with excessive screen time, particularly for younger children. Concerns include disrupted sleep patterns, sedentary behavior, and potential mental health issues. Key risks include: Sleep Disruption: Screen use, especially before bedtime, can lead to difficulties in falling asleep and shorter sleep durations. Mental Health Issues: Excessive screen time has been linked to depressive symptoms, particularly from inappropriate content exposure. Language Development: For children under two, screen time may negatively impact language acquisition and development. Behavioral Problems: High screen usage is correlated with attention issues and hyperactivity in young children.
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Key Risks
Despite the benefits, there are notable risks associated with excessive screen time, particularly for younger children. Concerns include disrupted sleep patterns, sedentary behavior, and potential mental health issues. Key risks include: Sleep Disruption: Screen use, especially before bedtime, can lead to difficulties in falling asleep and shorter sleep durations. Mental Health Issues: Excessive screen time has been linked to depressive symptoms, particularly from inappropriate content exposure. Language Development: For children under two, screen time may negatively impact language acquisition and development. Behavioral Problems: High screen usage is correlated with attention issues and hyperactivity in young children.
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健全な技術利用のためのガイドライン

優れたデジタル・ウェルビーイング戦略は、単にスクリーンタイムを減らすだけではない。バランスの取れたライフスタイルを築き、前向きな家族関係をサポートします。推奨される手順は以下の通りです:
  • 毎日の身体活動と屋外での遊びを奨励します。
  • 一貫した睡眠習慣を確立する。
  • 栄養価の高い食事を推奨し、食事中は画面をオフにします。
  • 読書、音楽、アートなどのオフラインの趣味を育てます。
  • インターネットの使用と安全性に関するオープンなコミュニケーションを維持します。
Guidelines for Families
To mitigate risks, health authorities recommend: No screen time for children under 2 years. Limit screen use to 1 hour for preschoolers and 2 hours for school-aged children. Establish screen-free times, such as during meals and before bedtime. Family involvement is crucial. Parents should set negotiated screen time limits and engage in discussions about usage and content, helping children reflect on their technology habits.
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Guidelines for Families
To mitigate risks, health authorities recommend: No screen time for children under 2 years. Limit screen use to 1 hour for preschoolers and 2 hours for school-aged children. Establish screen-free times, such as during meals and before bedtime. Family involvement is crucial. Parents should set negotiated screen time limits and engage in discussions about usage and content, helping children reflect on their technology habits.
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健全なデジタル習慣の構築

目標は、単にスクリーンの使用時間を減らすことではなく、バランスをとることである。身体活動、睡眠、食事、オフラインの趣味はすべて、テクノロジーとのより健全な関係に寄与する。

Interventions for Balance
Interventions aimed at improving children’s relationships with technology should go beyond merely reducing screen time. Instead, they should focus on promoting healthy behaviors and family cohesion. Strategies include: Encouraging physical activity and outdoor play; maintaining a consistent sleep schedule; promoting a healthy diet and avoiding screens during meals; engaging in non-screen activities such as reading or arts; maintaining open communication about online safety. These approaches foster a holistic view of well-being, ensuring that technology is integrated into children’s lives in a balanced way.
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Interventions for Balance
Interventions aimed at improving children’s relationships with technology should go beyond merely reducing screen time. Instead, they should focus on promoting healthy behaviors and family cohesion. Strategies include: Encouraging physical activity and outdoor play; maintaining a consistent sleep schedule; promoting a healthy diet and avoiding screens during meals; engaging in non-screen activities such as reading or arts; maintaining open communication about online safety. These approaches foster a holistic view of well-being, ensuring that technology is integrated into children’s lives in a balanced way.
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結論テクノロジーは脅威ではなく、道具としてとらえるべきである。

テクノロジーは脅威ではなく、道具としてとらえるべきである。適切な境界線と指導があれば、子どもたちは重要なスキルや創造性、国際感覚を身につけることができる。重要なのは、遊びや休息、家庭生活の時間を確保しながら、責任ある使用を奨励するというバランスである。

Collaboration is essential
As St Peter’s School demonstrates, collaboration between educators and parents is essential. By fostering open conversations, updating policies, and modeling healthy digital habits, schools and families can help young people become ethical, competent, and confident digital citizens.
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Collaboration is essential
As St Peter’s School demonstrates, collaboration between educators and parents is essential. By fostering open conversations, updating policies, and modeling healthy digital habits, schools and families can help young people become ethical, competent, and confident digital citizens.
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Educating for Responsible Use
St Peter’s School, alongside families, takes on the responsibility of educating our students in the conscious and responsible use of devices and digital content. Last year, we initiated a reflection process on the impact of technology on the younger generations, the so-called digital natives, and the role that families and schools should play in their ethical and cognitive development. This process began with a roundtable discussion, during which several parents shared their concerns and offered several solutions and proposals. Based on their contributions, we reviewed and updated our device policy, adjusting it to the current concerns, challenges, and needs.
Continue reading
Potential Benefits
Research indicates that screen use can promote family bonding and cognitive development. Educational content can improve academic performance and stimulate creativity. Digital competence is increasingly crucial for success in today’s job market, equipping students with necessary skills for a tech-driven future.
Continue reading
Key Risks
Despite the benefits, there are notable risks associated with excessive screen time, particularly for younger children. Concerns include disrupted sleep patterns, sedentary behavior, and potential mental health issues. Key risks include: Sleep Disruption: Screen use, especially before bedtime, can lead to difficulties in falling asleep and shorter sleep durations. Mental Health Issues: Excessive screen time has been linked to depressive symptoms, particularly from inappropriate content exposure. Language Development: For children under two, screen time may negatively impact language acquisition and development. Behavioral Problems: High screen usage is correlated with attention issues and hyperactivity in young children.
Continue reading
Guidelines for Families
To mitigate risks, health authorities recommend: No screen time for children under 2 years. Limit screen use to 1 hour for preschoolers and 2 hours for school-aged children. Establish screen-free times, such as during meals and before bedtime. Family involvement is crucial. Parents should set negotiated screen time limits and engage in discussions about usage and content, helping children reflect on their technology habits.
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