Addictive Screen Use In Early Teens Tied To Mental Distress; Experts Call For Healthy Habits From Childhood

Dr. Vikas Pant, Head of School, St. John’s Convent Senior Secondary School, Sant Nagar, Burari, Delhi, said structured daily practices can protect children from drifting into unhealthy digital dependence. When a child’s day is anchored in predictable routines, physical activity, creative play, and supportive engagement with adults, screens serve as an aid rather than a replacement.