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 […]

The Impact of Technology on Children and Teenagers
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De impact van technologie op kinderen en tieners

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De impact van technologie op kinderen en tieners

Terwijl kinderen opgroeien omringd door technologie, hebben gezinnen en opvoeders de belangrijke taak om hen te helpen gezonde digitale gewoonten te ontwikkelen. Digitale hulpmiddelen kunnen het leren en het denkvermogen ondersteunen, maar ze brengen ook uitdagingen met zich mee, zoals overmatig gebruik en blootstelling aan ongepaste inhoud. Naarmate de technologie verandert, moeten we blijven leren hoe we jongeren kunnen begeleiden om er verantwoord mee om te gaan.

Dit artikel onderzoekt zowel de voordelen als de risico's van schermtijd en biedt op bewijs gebaseerde strategieën om gezinnen en scholen te helpen tot een evenwichtige aanpak te komen. Je hoort ook rechtstreeks van scholen die praktijkervaring hebben met dit onderwerp.

Het technologische landschap

Technologie kan de ontwikkeling van kinderen bevorderen door cognitieve vaardigheden te verbeteren, creativiteit te stimuleren en kritisch denken te ondersteunen. Zonder duidelijke grenzen en actieve betrokkenheid van het gezin kan schermtijd echter risico's opleveren voor de gezondheid, het welzijn en de leerresultaten van een kind. Een bewuste benadering van het gebruik van digitale media is essentieel, vooral voor jongere kinderen.
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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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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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Voordelen van technologie voor kinderen en tieners

Bij doordacht gebruik kunnen schermen het leren, digitale vaardigheden en de band met het gezin ondersteunen. Onderzoek toont aan dat matig schermgebruik, vooral met actieve begeleiding van de ouders, de schoolprestaties en sociale betrokkenheid kan verbeteren.

Potentiële voordelen zijn onder andere:

  • Familieband: Discussiëren over technologie kan de band versterken.
  • Welzijn van adolescenten: Matig schermgebruik lijkt minder schadelijk voor oudere kinderen, omdat het zorgt voor sociale interactie via digitale platforms.
  • Cognitieve ontwikkeling: Educatieve games verbeteren vaardigheden zoals visuele verwerking en geletterdheid, waardoor leerervaringen worden verrijkt.
  • Competentievoordeel: Digitale geletterdheid is essentieel voor toekomstig succes, aangezien studenten moeten navigeren door een technologisch landschap dat voortdurend verandert.
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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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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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Risico's van technologie in de kindertijd en adolescentie

Ondanks de voordelen kan buitensporige of onbewaakte schermtijd, vooral voor jongere kinderen, schadelijk zijn voor de gezondheid en ontwikkeling. Bewust zijn van deze risico's is de eerste stap naar een evenwichtige digitale levensstijl. De autoriteiten bevelen op leeftijd gebaseerde limieten aan om een evenwichtig mediagebruik te ondersteunen:
  • Geen schermtijd voor kinderen jonger dan 2 jaar.
  • Beperk dit tot 1 uur per dag voor kinderen in de voorschoolse leeftijd.
  • Beperkt tot 2 uur voor schoolgaande kinderen, exclusief schoolgerelateerd gebruik.
  • Zorg voor schermvrije tijden (bijvoorbeeld tijdens de maaltijden of voor het slapengaan).
Ouders worden aangemoedigd om grenzen te stellen, gezond gedrag te modelleren en regelmatig met elkaar in gesprek te gaan over schermgebruik en online veiligheid.
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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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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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Richtlijnen voor gezond technologiegebruik

Goede strategieën voor digitaal welzijn doen meer dan alleen de schermtijd verminderen. Ze helpen bij het creëren van een evenwichtige levensstijl en ondersteunen positieve familierelaties. Enkele aanbevolen stappen zijn:
  • Stimuleer dagelijkse lichaamsbeweging en buitenspelen.
  • Zorg voor een vast slaapritme.
  • Het promoten van voedzame maaltijden en het uitzetten van schermen tijdens de eetmomenten.
  • Het beoefenen van offline hobby's zoals lezen, muziek of kunst.
  • Open communicatie onderhouden over internetgebruik en veiligheid.
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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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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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Gezonde digitale gewoonten opbouwen

Het doel is niet alleen om de schermtijd te verminderen, maar om balans te creëren. Lichaamsbeweging, slaap, voeding en offline hobby's dragen allemaal bij aan een gezondere relatie met technologie.

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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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Bright red "P" logo of St Peter's School, representing quality education and global excellence.
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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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Conclusie: Technologie moet worden gezien als een hulpmiddel - niet als een bedreiging.

Technologie moet worden gezien als een hulpmiddel - niet als een bedreiging. Met de juiste grenzen en begeleiding kan het kinderen helpen om kritische vaardigheden, creativiteit en mondiaal bewustzijn te ontwikkelen. De sleutel ligt in het evenwicht: verantwoordelijk gebruik aanmoedigen en tegelijkertijd tijd vrijmaken voor spel, rust en gezinsleven.

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St. Peter's School Barcelona
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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Bright red "P" logo of St Peter's School, representing quality education and global excellence.
St. Peter's School Barcelona
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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Wat scholen zeggen

Scholen die praktijkervaring hebben met dit onderwerp delen hun perspectief.
Bright red "P" logo of St Peter's School, representing quality education and global excellence.
St. Peter's School Barcelona
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
Helpful
Bright red "P" logo of St Peter's School, representing quality education and global excellence.
St. Peter's School Barcelona
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
Helpful
Bright red "P" logo of St Peter's School, representing quality education and global excellence.
St. Peter's School Barcelona
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
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Bright red "P" logo of St Peter's School, representing quality education and global excellence.
St. Peter's School Barcelona
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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