BEGIN:VCALENDAR PRODID:-//University of Otago//Events Calendar//EN VERSION:2.0 CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:University of Otago Calendar BEGIN:VEVENT UID:https://www.otago.ac.nz/news/events/managing-kids-screen-time-strategies-for-safe-technology-use URL:https://www.otago.ac.nz/news/events/managing-kids-screen-time-strategies-for-safe-technology-use DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240416T130000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240416T140000 SUMMARY:Managing kids' screen time: Strategies for safe technology use DESCRIPTION:Are you worried about how much screen time your child is accessing? Do you have screen time fights or even meltdowns when you take the phone, tablet, laptop or TV away? Many time-poor working parents deal with these challenging parenting situations on a daily basis, and it can be very stressful to manage. Parents and carers have many questions when it comes to screen time like: how much screen time is too much? Is time on social media and violent video games safe for children? Webinar includesRecommended guidelines for safe technology use by children aged baby to teenagerPhysical, social and psychological harms of excessive or inappropriate screen timeResearch on impact of violent games on childrenPractical strategies to minimise the harms and maximise the benefits of technologyQuestion and answer sessionBy attending this session parents and carers will further their education and awareness of the potential harms of screen time and how to make the most of technology for all members of the family - baby to 18+ years. Throughout the 12-month programme you willReceive practical strategies on supporting family wellbeing and managing day-to-day parenting challenges on a range of common issuesLearn about research findings on wellbeing, parenting and child development;Enjoy tips to better manage work and family - develop your confidence and skills as a parent so you can reduce family stress and be more focused and productive at work.You’ll find the complete list of the LIVE interactive webinars and other resources below and in the Work and Family Support Resource Centre. How the programme worksRegister for the programme at the link below with your work email addressRegister for the Work and Family Support webinar seriesYou will receive an email reminder 1 week prior to the webinar, and the link to join the webinar 1 day and again 1 hour before the session start time with an “add to calendar” option. You can choose to join live or watch a recording at a later time.Watch the replay in the Resource Centre where you will find podcasts, handouts and articles.Once you’ve registered, just enter the dates and times into your calendar, so you don’t miss a thing. 12 month Work and Family Support Programme schedule 2024DateTimeTopic 16 January 2024 1:00pm–2:00pm Getting Organised: Strategies for managing work and family 20 February 2024 1:00pm–2:00pm Setting Intentions: Starting the year with clarity, confidence, and conviction 19 March 2024 1:00pm–2:00pm Supporting Child Safety: Bully-proofing your child 16 April 2024 1:00pm–2:00pm Managing kids screen time: Strategies for safe technology use 21 May 2021 1:00pm–2:00pm Personal Best Parenting: What good parenting is about 18 June 2021 1:00pm–2:00pm Empowering children: Developing healthy self-esteem 23 July 2024 1:00pm–2:00pm Teenagers: Understanding the teen brain. Making sense of their emotions and behaviours 20 August 2024 1:00pm–2:00pm Problem-solving: Raising children to be proactive problem-solvers 17 September 2024 1:00pm–2:00pm Mental wellbeing: Building positivity into family life 22 October 2024 1:00pm–2:00pm Family Wellbeing: Nutrition, exercise, and sleep 19 November 2024 1:00pm–2:00pm Emotional Regulation: Helping children manage their emotions toddler to teen 10 December 2024 1:00pm–2:00pm School Holidays: Navigating the work and family juggle Note: New Zealand Daylight Time October–March and New Zealand Standard Time April–September LOCATION: END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR