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Oct 16, 2025 52 min

Less Stressful Tech IS An Option

from Autism Parenting Secrets Hosted by Tristan Scott, Len Arcuri

Welcome to Episode 277 of Autism Parenting Secrets. Let’s face it—our kids are using tech. Avoiding it completely just isn’t realistic. But most devices weren’t designed with our biology in mind, and they create far more stress than we realize. The good news? It doesn’t have to be this way. This week, I’m joined by Tristan Scott, electrical engineer and Head of Hardware at Daylight Computer. He breaks down exactly how tech overstimulates the nervous system—and how their new device offers a calmer, more supportive experience, especially for sensitive kids. The secret this week is… Less Stressful Tech IS An Option You'll Discover: Why Standard Screens Ramp Up Stress in Sensitive Kids (5:13) How Tech Mimics a Vegas Casino—And Hooks Your Child (15:06) What Makes Daylight’s Tablet Calming and Less Addictive (21:46) How Flicker and Blue Light Disrupt Sleep and Focus (26:36) Why Writing on Paper-Like Screens Boosts Learning (32:38) How Auto-Airplane Mode Lowers EMF Exposure (37:18) How This Device Supports Kids, Teens, and Schools (42:39) About Our Guest: Tristan Scott is an Electrical Engineer (M.S.) and currently leads Hardware, Operations & Marketing at Daylight Computer. With a deep passion for designing tech that supports human health, Tristan has spent years researching the impact of artificial light and EMFs on the nervous system. His mission is clear: create devices that are biologically compatible and empower the next generation—not overstimulate them. Daylight Computer References In This Episode: Daylight Kids Edition Autism Parenting Secrets Episode 22 - You CAN Protect Your Child From EMFs with Peter Sullivan Autism Parenting Secrets Episode 145 - Tech is The Great Dysregulator with Peter Sullivan Additional Resources: To learn more about personalized 1:1 support, go to www.elevatehowyounavigate.com Take The Quiz: What’s YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot? If you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

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Most devices overstimulate the nervous system—especially in sensitive kids. In this episode, Tristan Scott of Daylight Computer joins me to explore a biologically safer alternative that helps parents reduce tech-related stress without giving up screens entirely. The secret this week is… Less Stressful Tech IS An Option

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