Dangers of Screens: Safeguard your children’s mental health with Nicole Runyon, LMSW

In this conversation Traci and Child Psychotherapist, Nicole Runyon explore the impact of technology on children's development and offers insights on how parents can navigate this issue. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding children's developmental stages and fostering independence and resilience. It highlights the need for parents to set boundaries around technology use and model healthy habits. It also addresses the challenges faced by working parents and suggests strategies for balancing work and family life. The conversation explores the importance of setting boundaries with technology and the impact it has on parenting and family dynamics. It emphasizes the need for parents to prioritize their children and be present in their lives. The discussion also touches on the dangers of unrestricted screen time and the importance of monitoring and regulating children's access to devices. The conversation concludes with advice for parents on how to navigate technology use and create a healthy balance.00:00Introduction and Guest's Expertise02:49Child Development and the Mother-Daughter Movement05:09Children's Developmental Stages and Identity12:34The Effects of Technology on Children's Development20:13Addressing the Negative Effects and Preventing Further Impact25:54Balancing Work and Family Life34:23Repairing Mistakes and Setting Boundaries36:39The Importance of Physical Boundaries with Technology39:46The Dangers of Unrestricted Access to Technology43:17Trusting Your Instincts and Setting Rules48:20Prioritizing Children and Being Present51:20Setting Boundaries and Disappointing Others54:31Empathy and Understanding in Addressing Children's EmotionsDownload Nicole's free resources here.                 https://nicolerunyon.com/resources/ Follow Nicole Runyon, LNSW here                 https://www.instagram.com/igenerationmentalhealth/                 https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolerunyonlmsw/Remember you have to BE one to RAISE one!Are Hormones wreaking havoc? Stop fighting against them and work with them. Book a FREE consultation with Traci Peterson, FNP-BC Am I in Perimenopause Quiz (https://links.tracipeterson.com/widget/quiz/bScLLuTeNtQpAS2Slx4d)30 min Consultation FREE (https://links.tracipeterson.com/widget/bookings/30min-initial-consultation%20)Connect with Traci Peterson at tracipeterson.com or on Instagram @tpeteConnect with our Mother Daughter Movement on Insta @motherdaughtermovementAttend our next Woman Lessons Live Mother Daughter Event Go get your tickets NOW @ https://tracipeterson.com/upcoming-events Shows sponsor: Get your cortisol and hormones balanced with Happy Juice  https://www.amare.com/et/f1qeuq/496676