Healthy Digital Habits

Be a Digital Role Model

Our children are constantly watching and listening to us. That’s why, from the youngest ages, it’s important to model healthy digital habits. Swiping and scrolling is easy, and so is getting caught up in endless content — even for adults.

Here are a few tips to help you get started:

Check your own digital habits. How well are you doing with:

  • Distracted-free driving (pledge not to use devices while driving)
  • Be present in the moment, and not distracted by your phone, when with your family (avoid “phubbing”)
  • Practicing good digital citizenship (being kind and safe online)

Prioritize IRL (in real life) activities. Research shows face-to-face time with your kids is essential for their healthy development. So be sure to plan plenty of activities for yourself and your family that do not include screens.

Be available. Let your kids know they can come to you with any questions or issues they may have about using technology. This helps build trust and lets your child know they can come to.

Visit AT&T ScreenReady for free tips, tools and resources to manage your family’s online experience and practice healthy digital habits.
Created by:
AT&T American Academy of Pediatrics