Screen Time

American Academy of Pediatrics:

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1. Be the parent and be a role model. "The same parenting rules apply to your children's real and virtual environments. Play with them. Set limits; kids need and expect them. Be involved. Also, limit your own media use, and model online etiquette. Attentive parenting requires face time away from screens."

2. We learn from each other. "Neuroscience research shows that very young children learn best via two-way communication. Talk time between caregiver and child is critical for language development. Passive video presentations do not lead to language learning in infants and young toddlers."

3. Content matters. "The quality of content is more important than the platform or time spent with media. Prioritize how your child spends his time rather than just setting a timer."

4. Be engaged when your kids are using technology. "Family participation with media facilitates social interactions and learning. For infants and toddlers, co-viewing is essential."

5. It's OK for your teen to be online. "Online relationships are integral to adolescent development. Social media can support identity formation. Teach your teen appropriate behaviors that apply in both the real and online worlds. Ask teens to demonstrate what they are doing online to help you understand both content and context."