In a lot of families, although certainly the adults are often distracted by technology, the even bigger issue is the kids. Parents often feel powerless in this situation, unable to get the sustained attention of their kids who so often turn away to their phones. I'm not trying to blame it all on kids, but it is rather heartbreaking to see it.
In a lot of families, although certainly the adults are often distracted by technology, the even bigger issue is the kids. Parents often feel powerless in this situation, unable to get the sustained attention of their kids who so often turn away to their phones. I'm not trying to blame it all on kids, but it is rather heartbreaking to see it.
David, you are very correct. But it falls to parents to be authority figures, not meek petitioners. The modern cult of the youth is deadly to families and parents need to reassert their authority over technology in the home. It will not be easy or pleasant, especially at first, but the kids will adapt. The screens need to be locked up, at least for a while, if the children won't be responsible and respectful with them.
In a lot of families, although certainly the adults are often distracted by technology, the even bigger issue is the kids. Parents often feel powerless in this situation, unable to get the sustained attention of their kids who so often turn away to their phones. I'm not trying to blame it all on kids, but it is rather heartbreaking to see it.
David, you are very correct. But it falls to parents to be authority figures, not meek petitioners. The modern cult of the youth is deadly to families and parents need to reassert their authority over technology in the home. It will not be easy or pleasant, especially at first, but the kids will adapt. The screens need to be locked up, at least for a while, if the children won't be responsible and respectful with them.