Field Hours Tracking Children's Health

Field Hours Tracker

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WEEK 11

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PRACTICE 

THEORY 

25/10/2022

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\"Screen time and young children: Promoting health and development in a digital world.\" (2017): 461-468.

Research on the effects of screen media on young children\'s development, learning, and family life is not keeping up with how swiftly the digital world is changing. The possible advantages and disadvantages of screen media use in children under five are examined in this statement, emphasizing developmental, psychological, and physical health. Four principles are included in evidence-based advice to enhance and support young children\'s media experiences: reducing, mitigating, utilizing with awareness, and modeling healthy use of screens. Knowing how young infants learn and develop helps healthcare professionals design best-practice solutions.

Concerns about how screen time impacts kids and families are growing, as is family exposure to digital media in Canada. This policy explores the possible advantages and dangers of screen use and exposure for children under five and offers evidence-based recommendations for health professionals to assist families. Screen time is any time spent in front of a screen, including a computer, television, tablet, smartphone, video game console, or wearable device. Unless otherwise noted, \"digital media\" refers to content transmitted across computer networks or the Internet on all devices.

Robidoux, H., Ellington, E., & Lauerer, J. (2019). Screen Time: The impact of digital technology on children and strategies in care. Journal of psychosocial nursing and mental health services, 57(11), 15-20.

According to a 2016 poll of members of the Canadian Paediatric Society (CPS), parents requested guidance on four critical topics about their children\'s screen time: duration (how much is too much?), setting boundaries, the consequences on health and well-being, and the best material. Systematic evaluations, recommendations, and policy statements on-screen media exposure and use were found in a literature review on the impacts of screen media on children under the age of five. Developmental, psychological, and physical categories were used to group potential positives and negatives. Recommendations are supported by data and consensus among experts. The use of screens by older kids and teenagers, kids with neurodevelopmental disorders, and environmental health issues are outside this statement\'s purview.

0800 hrs

One hr. 30 mins

25/10/2022

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Modern society depends heavily on media and digital technology. Despite any possible benefits, children\'s development and health are negatively impacted by excessive or unsuitable use of technology. Increased screen usage is associated with a higher risk of physical health issues, mental health issues, and adverse effects on cognitive, language, social, and emotional development. Effective evidence-based screening programs and interventions are available to help kids use less unhealthy media. In addition to recommending interventions where necessary, providers must be aware of media usage rules, assess for at-risk media use, and give family education.

1300 hrs.

2 hrs

26/10/2022

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Ponti, M., Bélanger, S., Grimes, R., Heard, J., Johnson, M., Moreau, E., ... & Williams, R. (2017). Screen time and young children: Promoting health and development in a digital world. Paediatrics & Child Health.

Research on the effects of screen media on young children\'s development, learning, and family life is not keeping up with how swiftly the digital world is changing. The possible advantages and disadvantages of screen media use in children under five are examined in this statement, emphasizing developmental, psychological, and physical health. Four principles are included in evidence-based advice to enhance and support young children\'s media experiences: reducing, mitigating, utilizing with awareness, and modeling healthy use of screens.