{"id":14300,"date":"2025-05-29T07:15:03","date_gmt":"2025-05-29T12:15:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carecenter-okc.org\/?p=14300"},"modified":"2025-05-29T07:17:24","modified_gmt":"2025-05-29T12:17:24","slug":"unplug-to-reconnect-how-we-can-support-childrens-mental-wellbeing-in-the-digital-age","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/carecenter-okc.org\/es\/unplug-to-reconnect-how-we-can-support-childrens-mental-wellbeing-in-the-digital-age\/","title":{"rendered":"Unplug to Reconnect: How We Can Support Children’s Mental Wellbeing in the Digital Age"},"content":{"rendered":"
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by Hannah Griffis, Director of Mental Health at The CARE Center <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Last week, a parent told me, \u2018It\u2019s like I\u2019ve lost my child to a screen.\u2019 It\u2019s a sentiment I hear all too often. <\/span><\/strong><\/p>

As a mental health professional, I\u2019ve witnessed firsthand how our increasingly digital world can quietly chip away at the emotional health and connection children need to thrive.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Each May, Mental Health Awareness Month gives us an opportunity to reflect on the emotional and psychological wellbeing of those we love\u2014especially our children. While technology brings convenience and entertainment, it also comes with real risks when it becomes a substitute for human connection<\/strong>, play<\/strong> o communication<\/strong>.<\/p>

This month, I want to highlight the growing impact of technology on children\u2019s mental health\u2014and more importantly, what we as families can do to counter it. With a little intention and a few creative shifts, we can create stronger bonds and healthier minds by simply spending more quality time together.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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The Digital Dilemma: How Technology Affects Children\u2019s Mental Health<\/strong><\/h5>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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Children are growing up in a world saturated with screens\u2014from tablets to TVs to smartphones. Too much exposure to technology, especially without guidance, can harm development in several key areas:<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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At The CARE Center, we\u2019re seeing younger children experience symptoms of overstimulation, stress, and even burnout<\/strong>\u2014conditions that were once rare in early childhood.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Signs Your Child May Be Overstimulated or Disconnected<\/strong><\/h5>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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As caregivers, it\u2019s crucial to recognize when something might be off. Here are some signs your child might be struggling with tech-related overstimulation:<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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If you\u2019re noticing these signs, it\u2019s not about blame<\/strong>\u2014it\u2019s about getting curious and making room for healthy change. Open, non-judgmental conversations are key.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Unplugged and United \u2013 Family Activities That Foster Connection and Growth<\/strong><\/h5>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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Here\u2019s the good news: reducing screen time doesn\u2019t have to mean fighting about devices or cutting out tech entirely. It\u2019s about being intentional with your time and making space for shared, meaningful experiences.<\/p>

Here are some of my favorite family-friendly activities that support emotional growth and connection:<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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These small actions can have a big impact. You\u2019re not just filling time\u2014you\u2019re building trust, emotional intelligence, and happy memories.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Building a Family Culture That Supports Mental Wellness<\/strong><\/h5>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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The most effective way to create a mentally healthy household is through consistency and compassion. Here are a few long-term habits to consider:<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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This Mental Health Awareness Month, I encourage families to take a step back and reflect: Are we truly connecting<\/em>, or are screens getting in the way?<\/strong><\/p>

You don\u2019t need to overhaul your entire life. Start small<\/strong>. Commit to one unplugged family night this week. Take a walk together. Ask your child how they\u2019re really<\/em> feeling. These moments matter\u2014far more than we often realize.<\/p>

At The Care Center, we\u2019re here to support you with resources and guidance. Let\u2019s work together to raise resilient, emotionally healthy kids\u2014one unplugged moment at a time.<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Know a caregiver who could use this? Share this article<\/a> with them.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Hannah Griffis, M.ED, LPC<\/b><\/p>

Director de Salud Mental<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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