Gradual reduction recommendation instead of sudden technology ban during school term
While increased digital content consumption during the summer break makes it difficult for children to adapt to school, experts recommend gradual limitation instead of sudden bans.
Specialist in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Uzm. Dr. Canan İnce Börekçi pointed out that the increased use of social media and technology during the summer period can make children's transition back to school difficult, stating that families should gradually reduce technology rather than banning it all at once.
The Impact of Summer Habits on the School Process
The amount of time children spend with social media and digital content can increase significantly during the summer holiday. This situation is among the main factors that make children's transition back to school and adaptation to the new routine difficult.
Gradual Reduction Strategy Instead of Sudden Bans
Experts emphasize that completely and suddenly cutting off technology with the start of school is not the right approach. Instead, it is recommended to reduce digital usage time gradually.
Stimulus Differences and the Adaptation Process
While social media and digital content offer children very fast and intense stimuli, school life has a structure quite different from this. This contrast shows that children need support during the restructuring process.
Fulfilling Daily Life with Real-Life Activities
It is of great importance to support children's days with real-life activities. It is recommended to place limits on social media use right after waking up in the morning and before going to sleep at night.
It is advised to create time slots during the day where children can move around, meet friends face-to-face, play games, spend time with their families, and read books.