https://www.theguardian.com/media/2026/jan/14/social-media-time-does-not-increase-teenagers-mental-health-problems-study
AGE‑BASED GUIDELINES (AAP / CDC)
under 18 months: none, except video calls.
2-5 years: ≤1 hour/day high-quality, with you.
6-12 years: ≤1.5-2 hours/day total screens (non-school).
teens: NO fixed limit, just protect sleep, exercise, and focus.
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adults: treat it like work. 9 to 5, then unplug.
REAL TALK:
build a family media plan
NO phones at meals
tech‑free zones