How do I stop my child being addicted to YouTube?

Set boundaries and time limits around YouTube use. Be vigilant—ensure the volume is always turned up so you can hear what your kids are watching and check the screen every so often. Install parental controls—YouTube’s ability to display appropriate content is limited.

What do you do when your child is addicted to video games?

Tips to manage your child’s gaming

1. encourage sport and physical activity.
2. talk to your child about what they enjoy about gaming and why they want to game regularly.
3. when you call your child off their game, ensure they have an activity to shift to, such as a family outing or dinner.

Why is YouTube so addicting for kids?

“Young children have a very short attention span, so often the simple cause and effect set-up of YouTube videos, such as unboxing videos (think Ryan’s Toy Review) have an element of surprise that is very entertaining for young children to watch,” she explains.

What is screen dependency disorder?

Screen dependency disorders, even at subclinical levels, involve high levels of discretionary screen time, inducing greater child sedentary behaviour thereby reducing vital aerobic fitness, which plays an important role in the neurological health of children, particularly in brain structure and function.

What happens to your brain when you stop playing video games?

When you quit playing video games you’ll notice a shift in how you feel. For the first few days (or even weeks depending on your situation) you tend to have no energy and your mood sucks. You may get irritated easily, experience headaches, or even have dreams about games.

How do I not watch YouTube all day?

Strategies to break your YouTube addictin

1. The 5 Second Rule. When you feel that itch or urge to go on YouTube, count to five.
2. Find Something else to Do. Decide to use the time that you would have to watch YouTube videos and instead, invest that time to pursue a hobby, passion, or interest.
3. Think of your Ideal Self.