156. Disconnect to Reconnect; The Impact of Screen Addiction

In this episode, I'm talking about the impact of electronics on our kids and how they can become addicted to screens.  It's a subject that hits close to home for me, and I believe it's one of the most critical issues we face as parents and caregivers. I’m sure that you’ve questioned the impact of social media, YouTube videos, and video games on your child’s overall well-being, right?  How many times have you tried to encourage them to go outside or read, but it felt like they were always choosing screens over anything else?  You’re not alone.  And please, don't get me wrong; I'm not here to demonize electronics or the internet. In many ways, they can be incredible tools, offering learning opportunities, connections, and entertainment. But we can't ignore the fact that there are real consequences to excessive screen time and honestly, our children with autism can be particularly vulnerable to the negative aspects, and that's what we're going to explore today. The pros and cons of screen time, and how many families have found that the benefits of unplugging far outweigh the challenges. The problem arises when it becomes a never-ending rabbit hole, and children, particularly those on the spectrum, find themselves glued to screens for hours on end. It's easy for them to miss out on real-life experiences. If you want to learn strategies and tools that you can use to improve your life along this autism parenting journey, be sure to get over and JOIN THE WAITLIST for our PRIVATE MEMBERSHIP.  LAST OPENING of 2023 SOON! ⁠www.notyouraverageautismmom.com ⁠ Additional Resources: Follow us on Facebook so you won't miss an upcoming Community Collective - Creating Collaborations Together https://www.facebook.com/NotYourAverageAutismMom2020  If there is a specific topic that you would like us to talk about on the podcast, email us directly at info@notyouraverageautismmom.com Episode 7. Electronics and the Benefits of Screen Time Limits Epiosde 72. Ripping the Band-Aid Off on Electronics --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shannon-urquiola/support

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This podcast was started for parents and caregivers raising autistic children but it has evolved and we have listeners across the world who are relatives of someone with autism, special education teachers, and other professionals. My son Jordan is 27 years old and was diagnosed with autism when he was 5 years old. I have been where you are. Jordan will likely never live independently. I am in the trenches every day, just like you. Each week I talk about topics that directly impact your life and go hand in hand with your unique parenting journey. info@notyouraverageautismmom.com Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shannon-urquiola/support