Jonathan Haigh, author of ‘The Anxious Generation’ argues that children need more independence, free play; responsibility in the real world is what kids need! He says that

“If parents don’t replace screentime with real-world experiences involving friends and opportunities for independent activity, then banning devices will feel like pure deprivation, not like a world of opportunities opening up.” 

Help children to feel 'needed' rather than 'needy'

 Feeling capable is fantastic. Knowing that the people who love you ALSO believe in you — they think you are resourceful and resilient — that’s the wind beneath your wings. When parents trust children with some independence, both generations feel a weight lifting. The sky’s the limit!