Too Much Screen Time? Reader's Response

How are all screens similar?

• They all display images and information.

• They all can be used to create or problem solve.

• They all are inexpensive so families have many.

• They are all small and fit in your hand.

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Why is it difficult for researchers to collect good results on the effects of screen time?

• Families have strict rules about screen time.

• Technology develops quickly, so things are always new.

• Many people have screens with them at all times.

• The first studies didn’t appear until the late 1940s.

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What do researchers recommend doing before bedtime?

• turning off screens

• watching TV

• looking at social media

• playing games on a tablet

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Why do people tend to overeat while watching TV?

• because they spend a lot of time sitting still

• because the light from the TV tricks the brain into thinking it is daytime

• because they forget to pay attention to the signals their bodies are sending

• because they have a harder time falling asleep at night, so they eat

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What is a positive effect of screen time?

• People can understand emotions better.

• People can meet others who have similar interests.

• People can interact with others exactly like real life.

• People can understand the importance of developing strong relationships.

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When do researchers believe screen time is healthiest?

• when it is done late at night

• when it involves people working by themselves

• when it is active and engaging

• when it is simply watching videos

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Screen time becomes a problem when it ________.

• gets in the way of

  important things

• is done in a group setting

• involves people who

  do research online

• causes people to react quickly

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What is the main idea of the section "How Much Is Too Much"?

• Parents will likely continue to make rules limiting screen time.

• Researchers recommend that children use screens for only a few hours a day.

• Schools will allow students to use screens only for social media.

• Good things can come from screens—just pay attention to how long they are used.

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Which group of screen-time activities would coding belong to?

• social media

• learning skills

• playing games

• researching online

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What is the author's point of view on screen time?

• that screen time should be active and engaging

• that screen time should not be limited

• that screen time should be eliminated from schools

• that screen time should not be allowed for children under eight

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