It is heartbreaking to witness so many parents lose sight of the natural and holistic development of their children’s unique, God-given potential by substituting screens as babysitters. Many do so without realising the addictive nature of tablets, smartphones, social media and video games. This over-reliance on screens can contribute significantly to the underdevelopment of all dimensions with neurological and learning disorders like ADHD, ADD and ASD. These conditions affect the fulfilment of a child’s true potential.

As a parent and grandparent, I grapple with the challenge of being a role model, establishing healthy boundaries not just for my own screen time, but that of my children and grandchildren. Yet, every day, we are faced with the unseen dangers lurking behind digital devices and access to social media, especially for underage children (younger than 13 years and ideally maybe even 16 years, like Australia’s laws).