Reply To: Parenting Advice Needed — Teen & Screen Time

[Christianah <div class="bbp-author-role">Participant</div> February 27, 2026 at 6:03 pm Post count: 30]

I’ve noticed something similar with a younger family member, and it can be worrying. What seemed to help a bit was creating small moments of connection without making it about “the phone” like inviting them to help with something or asking about what they’re actually watching instead of criticising it.

I think sometimes feeling understood opens the door to better communication more than strict rules alone. It’s definitely not easy though.