Some initial considerations

The screens have become a constant presence in our lives, offering both opportunities and challenges, especially with regard to Welfare and development of our children.

As the author of a website dedicated to sharing educational resources, my commitment is to accompany families, teachers and children in a Use safe and responsible for technology. This commitment is born from awareness about the importance of Take care of emotional, cognitive and physical development of childhood In an increasingly digitized world.

The screens, when used in a responsible, safe, punctual, supervised and quality content, can be a powerful tool for learning. Therefore, the contents that you can find in my section of online educational games son educational, free of violence and without advertising. My goal is to provide a reliable, safe and free environment, making time in front of the screen both enriching and educational.

With this vision in mind, I share below some of the ideas commented on the Web Seminar “Screens and the child's brain” Organized by the Learn to look at the Foundation.

The screens capture the attention of children through Visual and auditory stimuli intense, activating the brain reward system and releasing Dopamine, a neurotransmitter associated with pleasure. Although this may seem beneficial in the short term, prolonged and unregulated exposure can lead to negative effects.

The first years of life are crucial for brain development. During this period, a child's brain is highly plastic, which means that he is able to form new neuronal connections easily. This process is influenced by sensory and motor experiences, such as touching, moving and interacting with the physical environment. Therefore, it is important Limit the time use time, especially in the stage of 0 to 3 years where the recommendation is not having any access.

Establish rules of use

It is important to establish clear and consistent standards on the use of screens. The Catalan Society of Pediatrics recommends a maximum of 30 minutes a day for children between 3 and 6 years, and always Under adult supervision. And beyond the time of exposure to screens, it is essential to select suitable content for your age.

Prioritize activities without screens

Foster activities that do not involve screens It is vital for healthy brain development. Outdoor games, reading, artistic activities and family time without electronic devices are fundamental to stimulate creativity, motor skills and social interaction.

Emotional education

Emotional education and the establishment of a safe attachment are crucial aspects of child development. Teach children Recognize and manage your emotions, as well as establish healthy relationshipsare tasks that require direct interaction and They cannot be replaced by technology.

Set out

Adults must be aware of Our own screens use y give a good example. The coherence between what is preached and what is practiced is essential to teach children a responsible use of technology.

I leave you below the recording of the Web Seminar “Screens and the child's brain” Organized by the Learn to look at the Foundation.

If you are interested in deepening this topic, you can read other articles that I have written related to Childhood and screens y digital well -being.