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Access to screen time is becoming increasingly easier for children, and sometimes the content they’re consuming – whether it’s a TV show or a smartphone app – may be inappropriate for their age.
In this section, we offer some resources and tips on raising your child in today’s digital world.
Campaign for a Commercial-Free Childhood (only available in English)
Phone:
1-617-896-9368How can they help?
The Campaign for a Commercial-Free Childhood, or the CCFC, educates parents and caregivers about how advertising impacts our children’s wellbeing while advocating against marketing that is targeted at children.
Common Sense Media
Website:
https://www.commonsensemedia.orgHow can they help?
You can access reviews and
ratings on popular children’s TV programming, movies, and websites to help you decide
and monitor what your child is watching.
Children and Screens: Institute of Digital Media and Child Development
How can they help?
“Children and Screens” looks at today’s biggest questions about screens’ impact on child development by bringing together many kinds of experts, research, and helpful information.
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