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Full Replay: Sneaky Ways Video Apps Keep Teens Watching with Dr. Fal Asrani & Bryan Williams
Teachers: View our Educator/Classroom Guide Here
Video apps are hugely popular and feature short, catchy videos that draw students in quickly. We recognize that there is a lot of amazing content out there that students can use for their benefit. However, too much time spent on these video apps can leave teens feeling overwhelmed and contribute to screen time addiction.
Educators and parents: Guide your students' reflection and discussion with this student worksheet. (Log in to your Google account and select File-->Make a Copy)
What video apps are popular with teens?
- TikTok is currently one of the most popular short-form video apps on the market and its popularity encouraged other social media apps to add short videos to their platforms
- Teens can currently find short form video on many of the most popular social media apps including YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook
What tricks do video apps use to keep teens watching?
- Video apps offer constant new content
- Short videos make it easy for teens to stay on the app for longer because it is hard to know when to stop watching
- Video apps train teens to have short attention spans by feeding them continuously engaging content
- The addictive nature of these videos tells your brain to keep watching
- Video apps delay "likes" so teens want to constantly check back in with the app and see if their video or post received more likes, which then increases dopamine
- Autoplay features constantly play the next video which makes it hard to turn away
What are the consequences of spending too much time on video apps?
- Excessive screen time can make it hard to fall asleep and stay asleep
- Video apps can distract you and impact your focus, causing your performance at school to suffer
- Filling too much of your day with screens can take away from time with friends and family members
- Replacing physical activity with screen time can decrease overall health and contribute to weight problems
- Studies have shown that excessive screen time can impact your mood and may lead to anxiety/depression
- Excessive time on video apps can lead to body image issues due to comparing yourself with others
- Students tell us that their attention span has been impacted by video apps that show short catchy content because they expect things to grab their attention right away
Strategies to Reduce Time on Video Apps
- Turn off the autoplay feature whenever possible
- Take advantage of in-app screen time settings to get reminders to put your phone down after a set period of time
- Use a physical timer to remind you to get off the video app
- Schedule blocks of time for passive screen time and avoid passive screen time outside of those hours
- Use screen time apps to help you stay focused and on track
Best Tools to Help Reduce Time on Video Apps
- Opal - Block distracting websites
- ClearSpace - Free to use for one app (paid for additional apps)
- Freedom - Create limits for your current screen time session
- Off the Grid - Lock your phone down when you need to take a break
- SelfControl - Block distracting websites until a timer expires
- Forest - Watch an image of a tree “grow” the longer you avoid distracting apps
- Learn more about apps to help reduce screen time here
More resources for parents, students, & educators
- Best Screen Time Apps for Students
- Making Screen Time Fun While Reducing the Negative Impact
- 10 Screen Time Management Tips to Prevent Addiction
- Balancing Video Game Screen Time for Teens
- Social Media Challenges: What Students, Parents, & Educators Need to Know
Conclusion
Video apps can be a lot of fun, especially for students who are looking for some quick entertainment. These short videos are ingrained in pop culture and can also play a role in a student’s social life. Finding ways to use video apps in a balanced way can help students reduce excessive screen time and some of the negative impacts it can have on their lives.
Teachers: View our Educator/Classroom Guide Here
Video apps are hugely popular and feature short, catchy videos that draw students in quickly. We recognize that there is a lot of amazing content out there that students can use for their benefit. However, too much time spent on these video apps can leave teens feeling overwhelmed and contribute to screen time addiction.
Educators and parents: Guide your students' reflection and discussion with this student worksheet. (Log in to your Google account and select File-->Make a Copy)
What video apps are popular with teens?
- TikTok is currently one of the most popular short-form video apps on the market and its popularity encouraged other social media apps to add short videos to their platforms
- Teens can currently find short form video on many of the most popular social media apps including YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook
What tricks do video apps use to keep teens watching?
- Video apps offer constant new content
- Short videos make it easy for teens to stay on the app for longer because it is hard to know when to stop watching
- Video apps train teens to have short attention spans by feeding them continuously engaging content
- The addictive nature of these videos tells your brain to keep watching
- Video apps delay "likes" so teens want to constantly check back in with the app and see if their video or post received more likes, which then increases dopamine
- Autoplay features constantly play the next video which makes it hard to turn away
What are the consequences of spending too much time on video apps?
- Excessive screen time can make it hard to fall asleep and stay asleep
- Video apps can distract you and impact your focus, causing your performance at school to suffer
- Filling too much of your day with screens can take away from time with friends and family members
- Replacing physical activity with screen time can decrease overall health and contribute to weight problems
- Studies have shown that excessive screen time can impact your mood and may lead to anxiety/depression
- Excessive time on video apps can lead to body image issues due to comparing yourself with others
- Students tell us that their attention span has been impacted by video apps that show short catchy content because they expect things to grab their attention right away
Strategies to Reduce Time on Video Apps
- Turn off the autoplay feature whenever possible
- Take advantage of in-app screen time settings to get reminders to put your phone down after a set period of time
- Use a physical timer to remind you to get off the video app
- Schedule blocks of time for passive screen time and avoid passive screen time outside of those hours
- Use screen time apps to help you stay focused and on track
Best Tools to Help Reduce Time on Video Apps
- Opal - Block distracting websites
- ClearSpace - Free to use for one app (paid for additional apps)
- Freedom - Create limits for your current screen time session
- Off the Grid - Lock your phone down when you need to take a break
- SelfControl - Block distracting websites until a timer expires
- Forest - Watch an image of a tree “grow” the longer you avoid distracting apps
- Learn more about apps to help reduce screen time here
More resources for parents, students, & educators
- Best Screen Time Apps for Students
- Making Screen Time Fun While Reducing the Negative Impact
- 10 Screen Time Management Tips to Prevent Addiction
- Balancing Video Game Screen Time for Teens
- Social Media Challenges: What Students, Parents, & Educators Need to Know
Conclusion
Video apps can be a lot of fun, especially for students who are looking for some quick entertainment. These short videos are ingrained in pop culture and can also play a role in a student’s social life. Finding ways to use video apps in a balanced way can help students reduce excessive screen time and some of the negative impacts it can have on their lives.
Full Replay: Sneaky Ways Video Apps Keep Teens Watching with Dr. Fal Asrani & Bryan Williams
How Social Media & Video Apps Keep You Hooked (For Students & Parents)
Teachers: View our Educator/Classroom Guide Here
Student Discussion Topics
- What keeps you watching or wanting to go back to an app?
- How do you feel when you realize you’ve spent more time on an app than you planned?
- Can you think of any other tactics apps use to keep your attention and keep you scrolling?
Conclusion
Video apps can be a lot of fun, especially for students who are looking for some quick entertainment. These short videos are ingrained in pop culture and can also play a role in a student’s social life. Finding ways to use video apps in a balanced way can help students reduce excessive screen time and some of the negative impacts it can have on their lives.
Teachers: View our Educator/Classroom Guide Here
Student Discussion Topics
- What keeps you watching or wanting to go back to an app?
- How do you feel when you realize you’ve spent more time on an app than you planned?
- Can you think of any other tactics apps use to keep your attention and keep you scrolling?
Conclusion
Video apps can be a lot of fun, especially for students who are looking for some quick entertainment. These short videos are ingrained in pop culture and can also play a role in a student’s social life. Finding ways to use video apps in a balanced way can help students reduce excessive screen time and some of the negative impacts it can have on their lives.
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How Social Media & Video Apps Keep You Hooked (For Students & Parents)
Why Teens Can't Stop Scrolling (For Students & Parents)
Student Discussion Topics
- Evaluating Your Content
- How would you rate what you watch online on a scale of 1-10, with 10 being “only watch things I care about” and 1 being “whatever shows up on the screen”?
- The Attraction of Video Apps
- What keeps you watching or wanting to go back to an app?
- Compelling or Compulsive?
- What do you think makes certain videos or apps so hard to stop watching once you start?
Conclusion
Video apps can be entertaining, and users are drawn to the fast pace and constant influx of new content. However, some teens report having a hard time walking away and becoming so accustomed to short videos it seems to have lingering effects on their concentration span.
Student Discussion Topics
- Evaluating Your Content
- How would you rate what you watch online on a scale of 1-10, with 10 being “only watch things I care about” and 1 being “whatever shows up on the screen”?
- The Attraction of Video Apps
- What keeps you watching or wanting to go back to an app?
- Compelling or Compulsive?
- What do you think makes certain videos or apps so hard to stop watching once you start?
Conclusion
Video apps can be entertaining, and users are drawn to the fast pace and constant influx of new content. However, some teens report having a hard time walking away and becoming so accustomed to short videos it seems to have lingering effects on their concentration span.
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Why Teens Can't Stop Scrolling (For Students & Parents)
Why Are Video Apps So Addictive? (For Students & Parents)
Student Discussion Topics
- Two Sides of Video Apps
- What are some pros and cons of your experience with video apps?
- Understanding the Algorithm
- How do you think the videos that show up in your feed are chosen for you?
- Taking Back Control
- How could you change the way you consume content on social media so that it’s more aligned with your interests and makes you feel energized?
Conclusion
Video apps can be a lot of fun, especially for students who are looking for some quick entertainment. These short videos are ingrained in pop culture and can also play a role in a student’s social life. Finding ways to use video apps in a balanced way can help students reduce excessive screen time and some of the negative impacts it can have on their lives.
Student Discussion Topics
- Two Sides of Video Apps
- What are some pros and cons of your experience with video apps?
- Understanding the Algorithm
- How do you think the videos that show up in your feed are chosen for you?
- Taking Back Control
- How could you change the way you consume content on social media so that it’s more aligned with your interests and makes you feel energized?
Conclusion
Video apps can be a lot of fun, especially for students who are looking for some quick entertainment. These short videos are ingrained in pop culture and can also play a role in a student’s social life. Finding ways to use video apps in a balanced way can help students reduce excessive screen time and some of the negative impacts it can have on their lives.
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Why Are Video Apps So Addictive? (For Students & Parents)
How Teens Reset Their Screen Time (For Students & Parents)
Teachers: View our Educator/Classroom Guide Here
Student Discussion Topics
- Knowing When to Move On
- Describe a scenario where you might decide you’ve spent too much time looking at a screen (either while you’re on it or after you’ve gotten off).
- Screen Burnout
- How do you feel when you realize you’ve spent more time on an app than you planned?
- Managing Your Time
- What strategies do you think would be most effective in managing how much time you spend on screens?
Conclusion
Video apps can be a lot of fun, especially for students who are looking for some quick entertainment. These short videos are ingrained in pop culture and can also play a role in a student’s social life. Finding ways to use video apps in a balanced way can help students reduce excessive screen time and some of the negative impacts it can have on their lives.
Teachers: View our Educator/Classroom Guide Here
Student Discussion Topics
- Knowing When to Move On
- Describe a scenario where you might decide you’ve spent too much time looking at a screen (either while you’re on it or after you’ve gotten off).
- Screen Burnout
- How do you feel when you realize you’ve spent more time on an app than you planned?
- Managing Your Time
- What strategies do you think would be most effective in managing how much time you spend on screens?
Conclusion
Video apps can be a lot of fun, especially for students who are looking for some quick entertainment. These short videos are ingrained in pop culture and can also play a role in a student’s social life. Finding ways to use video apps in a balanced way can help students reduce excessive screen time and some of the negative impacts it can have on their lives.
How Teens Reset Their Screen Time (For Students & Parents)
From Screen Time to Self-Discovery
Student Discussion Topics
Can’t Put It Down
Why is it so easy to spend hours on social media without really meaning to?
Unhealthy Content
What kinds of content that you don’t want to seeor don’t think is healthy have shown up in your social media feeds?
Effects of Overindulging in Social Media
How could consuming too much social media have anegative effect on someone’s mental health, and what underlying problems mightexacerbate that?
Conclusion
Video apps can be a lot of fun, especially for students who are looking for some quick entertainment. These short videos are ingrained in pop culture and can also play a role in a student’s social life. Finding ways to use video apps in a balanced way can help students reduce excessive screen time and some of the negative impacts it can have on their lives.
Student Discussion Topics
Can’t Put It Down
Why is it so easy to spend hours on social media without really meaning to?
Unhealthy Content
What kinds of content that you don’t want to seeor don’t think is healthy have shown up in your social media feeds?
Effects of Overindulging in Social Media
How could consuming too much social media have anegative effect on someone’s mental health, and what underlying problems mightexacerbate that?
Conclusion
Video apps can be a lot of fun, especially for students who are looking for some quick entertainment. These short videos are ingrained in pop culture and can also play a role in a student’s social life. Finding ways to use video apps in a balanced way can help students reduce excessive screen time and some of the negative impacts it can have on their lives.
From Screen Time to Self-Discovery
How to set up Apple Screen Time (For Parents)
Teachers: View our Educator/Classroom Guide Here
Student Discussion Topics
What limits can we agree on as a family about the positive use of video apps and social media?
What issues, if any, do you have about using Apple ScreenTime as a family, and can we talk those through?
What are some goals we can set to move towards easing restrictions on your video app and social media use?
Conclusion
Video apps can be a lot of fun, especially for students who are looking for some quick entertainment. These short videos are ingrained in pop culture and can also play a role in a student’s social life. Finding ways to use video apps in a balanced way can help students reduce excessive screen time and some of the negative impacts it can have on their lives.
Teachers: View our Educator/Classroom Guide Here
Student Discussion Topics
What limits can we agree on as a family about the positive use of video apps and social media?
What issues, if any, do you have about using Apple ScreenTime as a family, and can we talk those through?
What are some goals we can set to move towards easing restrictions on your video app and social media use?
Conclusion
Video apps can be a lot of fun, especially for students who are looking for some quick entertainment. These short videos are ingrained in pop culture and can also play a role in a student’s social life. Finding ways to use video apps in a balanced way can help students reduce excessive screen time and some of the negative impacts it can have on their lives.
How to set up Apple Screen Time (For Parents)
How Video Apps Pull You In (For Students & Parents)
Student Discussion Topics
Middle School Students (Dialogue Starters):
Social Media and Time Management
- How long do you think you can reasonably spend online without it interfering with other priorities?
Exploring New Avenues
- What things are you interested in that you might add to your social media feed to make it more productive?
Balancing Screen & Life Time
- Knowing your own habits, what tips do you think would help you reduce the amount of time you spend on your phone?
Conclusion
Video apps can be a lot of fun, especially for students who are looking for some quick entertainment. These short videos are ingrained in pop culture and can also play a role in a student’s social life. Finding ways to use video apps in a balanced way can help students reduce excessive screen time and some of the negative impacts it can have on their lives.
Student Discussion Topics
Middle School Students (Dialogue Starters):
Social Media and Time Management
- How long do you think you can reasonably spend online without it interfering with other priorities?
Exploring New Avenues
- What things are you interested in that you might add to your social media feed to make it more productive?
Balancing Screen & Life Time
- Knowing your own habits, what tips do you think would help you reduce the amount of time you spend on your phone?
Conclusion
Video apps can be a lot of fun, especially for students who are looking for some quick entertainment. These short videos are ingrained in pop culture and can also play a role in a student’s social life. Finding ways to use video apps in a balanced way can help students reduce excessive screen time and some of the negative impacts it can have on their lives.
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How Video Apps Pull You In (For Students & Parents)
Tricks Video Apps Use to Keep You Watching (For Parents)
Parents and Teachers: View the full VIP Facilitation Guide Here
Key Takeaways:
- TikTok and other video-based apps feature algorithms designed to keep kids on the app for as long as possible, which is key to their profitability
- Short videos can give users a dopamine spike that can make short-video features on social media addictive while shortening students’ attention span
- Turning off autoplay features can help users avoid mindless viewing
- When students make conscious choices of what to watch on social media, they’re more likely to engage their minds and choose content they care about
Dialogue Starters:
Parents of Elementary School Students (to ask students)
Tell Me About TikTok
- Have you watched TikTok, Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts, and if so, what makes them fun for you?
Parents of Middle School Students (to ask students)
Mindful Social-Media Consumption
- If you’re on TikTok, what kinds of videos do you look for—or do you watch whatever pops up?
Parents of High School Students (to ask students)
Talking About Time Management
- How do you balance the amount of time you spend on TikTok and other social media with your other priorities?
More resources for parents, students, & educators
- Best Screen Time Apps for Students
- Making Screen Time Fun While Reducing the Negative Impact
- 10 Screen Time Management Tips to Prevent Addiction
- Balancing Video Game Screen Time for Teens
Conclusion
Video apps can be a lot of fun, especially for students who are looking for some quick entertainment. These short videos are ingrained in pop culture and can also play a role in a student’s social life. Finding ways to use video apps in a balanced way can help students reduce excessive screen time and some of the negative impacts it can have on their lives.
Parents and Teachers: View the full VIP Facilitation Guide Here
Key Takeaways:
- TikTok and other video-based apps feature algorithms designed to keep kids on the app for as long as possible, which is key to their profitability
- Short videos can give users a dopamine spike that can make short-video features on social media addictive while shortening students’ attention span
- Turning off autoplay features can help users avoid mindless viewing
- When students make conscious choices of what to watch on social media, they’re more likely to engage their minds and choose content they care about
Dialogue Starters:
Parents of Elementary School Students (to ask students)
Tell Me About TikTok
- Have you watched TikTok, Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts, and if so, what makes them fun for you?
Parents of Middle School Students (to ask students)
Mindful Social-Media Consumption
- If you’re on TikTok, what kinds of videos do you look for—or do you watch whatever pops up?
Parents of High School Students (to ask students)
Talking About Time Management
- How do you balance the amount of time you spend on TikTok and other social media with your other priorities?
More resources for parents, students, & educators
- Best Screen Time Apps for Students
- Making Screen Time Fun While Reducing the Negative Impact
- 10 Screen Time Management Tips to Prevent Addiction
- Balancing Video Game Screen Time for Teens
Conclusion
Video apps can be a lot of fun, especially for students who are looking for some quick entertainment. These short videos are ingrained in pop culture and can also play a role in a student’s social life. Finding ways to use video apps in a balanced way can help students reduce excessive screen time and some of the negative impacts it can have on their lives.
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Tricks Video Apps Use to Keep You Watching (For Parents)
Full Event Replay - Sneaky Ways Video Apps Keep Teens Watching with Dr. Mike Bishop
Teachers: View our Educator/Classroom Guide Here
Conclusion
Video apps can be a lot of fun, especially for students who are looking for some quick entertainment. These short videos are ingrained in pop culture and can also play a role in a student’s social life. Finding ways to use video apps in a balanced way can help students reduce excessive screen time and some of the negative impacts it can have on their lives.
Teachers: View our Educator/Classroom Guide Here
Conclusion
Video apps can be a lot of fun, especially for students who are looking for some quick entertainment. These short videos are ingrained in pop culture and can also play a role in a student’s social life. Finding ways to use video apps in a balanced way can help students reduce excessive screen time and some of the negative impacts it can have on their lives.
Full Event Replay - Sneaky Ways Video Apps Keep Teens Watching with Dr. Mike Bishop
Full Replay: Sneaky Ways Video Apps Keep Teens Watching with Kriya Lendzion
Teachers: View our Educator/Classroom Guide Here
Conclusion
Video apps can be a lot of fun, especially for students who are looking for some quick entertainment. These short videos are ingrained in pop culture and can also play a role in a student’s social life. Finding ways to use video apps in a balanced way can help students reduce excessive screen time and some of the negative impacts it can have on their lives.
Teachers: View our Educator/Classroom Guide Here
Conclusion
Video apps can be a lot of fun, especially for students who are looking for some quick entertainment. These short videos are ingrained in pop culture and can also play a role in a student’s social life. Finding ways to use video apps in a balanced way can help students reduce excessive screen time and some of the negative impacts it can have on their lives.
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Full Replay: Sneaky Ways Video Apps Keep Teens Watching with Kriya Lendzion
Full Replay 2023: Sneaky Ways TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts are Pulling Kids In and Making Them Numb
Teachers: View our Educator/Classroom Guide Here
Video apps are hugely popular and feature short, catchy videos that draw students in quickly. We recognize that there is a lot of amazing content out there that students can use for their benefit. However, too much time spent on these video apps can leave teens feeling overwhelmed and contribute to screen time addiction.
Educators and parents: Guide your students' reflection and discussion with this student worksheet. (Log in to your Google account and select File-->Make a Copy)
What video apps are popular with teens?
- TikTok is currently one of the most popular short-form video apps on the market and its popularity encouraged other social media apps to add short videos to their platforms
- Teens can currently find short form video on many of the most popular social media apps including YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook
What tricks do video apps use to keep teens watching?
- Video apps offer constant new content
- Short videos make it easy for teens to stay on the app for longer because it is hard to know when to stop watching
- Video apps train teens to have short attention spans by feeding them continuously engaging content
- The addictive nature of these videos tells your brain to keep watching
- Video apps delay "likes" so teens want to constantly check back in with the app and see if their video or post received more likes, which then increases dopamine
- Autoplay features constantly play the next video which makes it hard to turn away
What are the consequences of spending too much time on video apps?
- Excessive screen time can make it hard to fall asleep and stay asleep
- Video apps can distract you and impact your focus, causing your performance at school to suffer
- Filling too much of your day with screens can take away from time with friends and family members
- Replacing physical activity with screen time can decrease overall health and contribute to weight problems
- Studies have shown that excessive screen time can impact your mood and may lead to anxiety/depression
- Excessive time on video apps can lead to body image issues due to comparing yourself with others
- Students tell us that their attention span has been impacted by video apps that show short catchy content because they expect things to grab their attention right away
Strategies to Reduce Time on Video Apps
- Turn off the autoplay feature whenever possible
- Take advantage of in-app screen time settings to get reminders to put your phone down after a set period of time
- Use a physical timer to remind you to get off the video app
- Schedule blocks of time for passive screen time and avoid passive screen time outside of those hours
- Use screen time apps to help you stay focused and on track
Best Tools to Help Reduce Time on Video Apps
- Opal - Block distracting websites
- ClearSpace - Free to use for one app (paid for additional apps)
- Freedom - Create limits for your current screen time session
- Off the Grid - Lock your phone down when you need to take a break
- SelfControl - Block distracting websites until a timer expires
- Forest - Watch an image of a tree “grow” the longer you avoid distracting apps
- Learn more about apps to help reduce screen time here
More resources for parents, students, & educators
- Best Screen Time Apps for Students
- Making Screen Time Fun While Reducing the Negative Impact
- 10 Screen Time Management Tips to Prevent Addiction
- Balancing Video Game Screen Time for Teens
- Social Media Challenges: What Students, Parents, & Educators Need to Know
Conclusion
Video apps can be a lot of fun, especially for students who are looking for some quick entertainment. These short videos are ingrained in pop culture and can also play a role in a student’s social life. Finding ways to use video apps in a balanced way can help students reduce excessive screen time and some of the negative impacts it can have on their lives.
Teachers: View our Educator/Classroom Guide Here
Video apps are hugely popular and feature short, catchy videos that draw students in quickly. We recognize that there is a lot of amazing content out there that students can use for their benefit. However, too much time spent on these video apps can leave teens feeling overwhelmed and contribute to screen time addiction.
Educators and parents: Guide your students' reflection and discussion with this student worksheet. (Log in to your Google account and select File-->Make a Copy)
What video apps are popular with teens?
- TikTok is currently one of the most popular short-form video apps on the market and its popularity encouraged other social media apps to add short videos to their platforms
- Teens can currently find short form video on many of the most popular social media apps including YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook
What tricks do video apps use to keep teens watching?
- Video apps offer constant new content
- Short videos make it easy for teens to stay on the app for longer because it is hard to know when to stop watching
- Video apps train teens to have short attention spans by feeding them continuously engaging content
- The addictive nature of these videos tells your brain to keep watching
- Video apps delay "likes" so teens want to constantly check back in with the app and see if their video or post received more likes, which then increases dopamine
- Autoplay features constantly play the next video which makes it hard to turn away
What are the consequences of spending too much time on video apps?
- Excessive screen time can make it hard to fall asleep and stay asleep
- Video apps can distract you and impact your focus, causing your performance at school to suffer
- Filling too much of your day with screens can take away from time with friends and family members
- Replacing physical activity with screen time can decrease overall health and contribute to weight problems
- Studies have shown that excessive screen time can impact your mood and may lead to anxiety/depression
- Excessive time on video apps can lead to body image issues due to comparing yourself with others
- Students tell us that their attention span has been impacted by video apps that show short catchy content because they expect things to grab their attention right away
Strategies to Reduce Time on Video Apps
- Turn off the autoplay feature whenever possible
- Take advantage of in-app screen time settings to get reminders to put your phone down after a set period of time
- Use a physical timer to remind you to get off the video app
- Schedule blocks of time for passive screen time and avoid passive screen time outside of those hours
- Use screen time apps to help you stay focused and on track
Best Tools to Help Reduce Time on Video Apps
- Opal - Block distracting websites
- ClearSpace - Free to use for one app (paid for additional apps)
- Freedom - Create limits for your current screen time session
- Off the Grid - Lock your phone down when you need to take a break
- SelfControl - Block distracting websites until a timer expires
- Forest - Watch an image of a tree “grow” the longer you avoid distracting apps
- Learn more about apps to help reduce screen time here
More resources for parents, students, & educators
- Best Screen Time Apps for Students
- Making Screen Time Fun While Reducing the Negative Impact
- 10 Screen Time Management Tips to Prevent Addiction
- Balancing Video Game Screen Time for Teens
- Social Media Challenges: What Students, Parents, & Educators Need to Know
Conclusion
Video apps can be a lot of fun, especially for students who are looking for some quick entertainment. These short videos are ingrained in pop culture and can also play a role in a student’s social life. Finding ways to use video apps in a balanced way can help students reduce excessive screen time and some of the negative impacts it can have on their lives.
Full Replay 2023: Sneaky Ways TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts are Pulling Kids In and Making Them Numb
Negative Effects of Video Apps and Screen Time (For Students & Parents)
Student Discussion Topics
Social Media and FOMO
What is FOMO, and how does social media contribute to it?
What’s the Harm?
Can you name some of the emotional, physical and other consequences of excessive time spent on social media / video apps?
A Different Approach
What are some ways you could change the way you use and think about popular apps to make using them a more positive experience
Conclusion
Video apps can be a lot of fun, especially for students who are looking for some quick entertainment. These short videos are ingrained in pop culture and can also play a role in a student’s social life. Finding ways to use video apps in a balanced way can help students reduce excessive screen time and some of the negative impacts it can have on their lives.
Student Discussion Topics
Social Media and FOMO
What is FOMO, and how does social media contribute to it?
What’s the Harm?
Can you name some of the emotional, physical and other consequences of excessive time spent on social media / video apps?
A Different Approach
What are some ways you could change the way you use and think about popular apps to make using them a more positive experience
Conclusion
Video apps can be a lot of fun, especially for students who are looking for some quick entertainment. These short videos are ingrained in pop culture and can also play a role in a student’s social life. Finding ways to use video apps in a balanced way can help students reduce excessive screen time and some of the negative impacts it can have on their lives.
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Negative Effects of Video Apps and Screen Time (For Students & Parents)
Las formas astutas de las aplicaciones de video mantienen a los adolescentes mirando con Dr. Mike Bishop
Conclusion
Las aplicaciones de video pueden ser muy divertidas, especialmente para los estudiantes que buscan un poco de entretenimiento rápido. Estos videos cortos están arraigados en la cultura popular y también pueden jugar un papel en la vida social de un estudiante. Encontrar maneras de usar las aplicaciones de video de manera equilibrada puede ayudar a los estudiantes a reducir el tiempo excesivo frente a la pantalla y algunos de los impactos negativos que esto puede tener en sus vidas.
Conclusion
Las aplicaciones de video pueden ser muy divertidas, especialmente para los estudiantes que buscan un poco de entretenimiento rápido. Estos videos cortos están arraigados en la cultura popular y también pueden jugar un papel en la vida social de un estudiante. Encontrar maneras de usar las aplicaciones de video de manera equilibrada puede ayudar a los estudiantes a reducir el tiempo excesivo frente a la pantalla y algunos de los impactos negativos que esto puede tener en sus vidas.
Las formas astutas de las aplicaciones de video mantienen a los adolescentes mirando con Dr. Mike Bishop
视频应用让青少年停不下来的隐秘方法 (Sneaky Ways)
Conclusion
负面影响10个屏幕时间管理技巧以防止成瘾平衡青少年视频游戏屏幕时间结论视频应用程序可以非常有趣，特别是对于那些寻找快速娱乐的学生而言。这些短视频已经深深植根于流行文化中，也可以在学生的社交生活中发挥作用。找到平衡使用视频应用的方法可以帮助学生减少过度的屏幕时间和它可能对他们的生活产生的一些负面影响。
Conclusion
负面影响10个屏幕时间管理技巧以防止成瘾平衡青少年视频游戏屏幕时间结论视频应用程序可以非常有趣，特别是对于那些寻找快速娱乐的学生而言。这些短视频已经深深植根于流行文化中，也可以在学生的社交生活中发挥作用。找到平衡使用视频应用的方法可以帮助学生减少过度的屏幕时间和它可能对他们的生活产生的一些负面影响。
视频应用让青少年停不下来的隐秘方法 (Sneaky Ways)
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Las aplicaciones de vídeo incluyen vídeos cortos y pegadizos que atraen a los estudiantes rápidamente y son muy populares. Reconocemos que existe una gran cantidad de contenido increíble que los estudiantes pueden usar para su beneficio; sin embargo, dedicar demasiado tiempo a estas aplicaciones de video puede hacer que los adolescentes se sientan abrumados y contribuir a la adicción al tiempo frente a la pantalla.
¿Qué aplicaciones de vídeo son populares entre los adolescentes?
- Vine se convirtió en la aplicación original de vídeos cortos cuando lanzó su formato de vídeo de seis segundos en 2013; sin embargo, la aplicación se ha cerrado desde entonces (Fuente: NY Times)
- TikTok es actualmente una de las aplicaciones de videos cortos más populares que existen y su popularidad alentó a otras aplicaciones de redes sociales como YouTube, Instagram y Facebook a agregar videos cortos a sus plataformas.
¿Cuáles son las consecuencias de dedicar demasiado tiempo a las aplicaciones de vídeo?
- El tiempo excesivo frente a la pantalla puede hacer que sea difícil conciliar el sueño y permanecer dormido
- Las aplicaciones de vídeo pueden distraerte y afectar a tu concentración, haciendo que tu rendimiento en la escuela se vea afectado
- Llenar demasiado tiempo del día con pantallas puede quitarle tiempo a los amigos y familiares
- Reemplazar la actividad física con tiempo frente a la pantalla puede disminuir tu salud general y contribuir a los problemas de peso.
- Los estudios han demostrado que el tiempo excesivo frente a la pantalla puede afectar su estado de ánimo y provocar ansiedad/depresión
- Pasar demasiado tiempo en las aplicaciones de vídeo puede provocar problemas de imagen corporal debido a que te comparas con los demás
- Los estudiantes nos dicen que su capacidad de atención se ha visto afectada por las aplicaciones de vídeo que muestran contenido corto y pegadizo porque esperan que las cosas capten su atención de inmediato.
Estrategias para reducir el tiempo dedicado a las aplicaciones de vídeo
- Desactiva la función de reproducción automática siempre que sea posible
- Aprovecha la configuración de tiempo de pantalla de la aplicación para recibir recordatorios para dejar el teléfono después de un período de tiempo determinado
- Usa un temporizador físico para recordarte que debes salir de la aplicación de vídeo
- Programe bloques de tiempo para el tiempo de pantalla pasiva y evite el tiempo de pantalla pasiva fuera de esas horas
- Usa aplicaciones de tiempo frente a la pantalla para mantenerte concentrado y enfocado
Las mejores herramientas para ayudar a reducir el tiempo en las aplicaciones de vídeo
- Opal: bloquea sitios web que distraen
- ClearSpace: uso gratuito para una aplicación (aplicaciones adicionales de pago)
- Libertad: crea límites para tu sesión actual de tiempo frente a la pantalla
- Off the Grid: bloquea tu teléfono cuando necesites tomarte un descanso
- SelfControl: bloquea los sitios web que distraen hasta que caduque el temporizador
- Bosque: observa cómo «crece» la imagen de un árbol cuanto más tiempo evites que las aplicaciones te distraigan
- Obtenga más información sobre las aplicaciones que ayudan a reducir el tiempo frente a la pantalla aquí
Más recursos para padres, estudiantes y educadores
- Las mejores aplicaciones de tiempo frente a la pantalla para estudiantes
- Hacer que el tiempo frente a la pantalla sea divertido y reducir el impacto negativo
- 10 consejos de gestión del tiempo frente a la pantalla para prevenir la adicción
- Equilibrar el tiempo de pantalla de los videojuegos para adolescentes
Conclusión
Las aplicaciones de vídeo pueden ser muy divertidas, especialmente para los estudiantes que buscan un entretenimiento rápido. Estos vídeos cortos están arraigados en la cultura pop y también pueden desempeñar un papel en la vida social de un estudiante. Encontrar formas de usar las aplicaciones de vídeo de forma equilibrada puede ayudar a los estudiantes a reducir el tiempo excesivo frente a la pantalla y algunos de los impactos negativos que esto puede tener en sus vidas.
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