Cyber Wellness @ TVPS EXCESSIVE INTERNET USE

What is excess ive Internet use? An individual who uses the Internet to the extent where he/she experiences problematic outcomes which negatively impacts his/her life.

What can parents do to help their children manage the use of digital devices?

TALK ABOUT CONSEQUENCES OF EXCESSIVE INTERNET USE

SET UP SCREEN TIME LIMITS & TECH-FREE FAMILY TIME

ENCOURAGE TECH FREE

ACTIVITIES & HOBBIES

What are the s igns of excess ive Internet use? • Spends an increasing amount of time using the Internet • Feeling irritable or violent when disrupted • Academic performance and health are affected • Tries to go online less often but is unsuccessful • Isolates oneself from offline or real relationships and lesser

interaction with family and friends • Constantly listens out for the phone when away from it,

feels distressed when it cannot be found

PROMOTE & ROLE MODEL

GOOD DIGITAL HABITS