S3 EP6 - The Screen Time Clash: Should I Stay or Should I Go?

S3 EP6 - The Screen Time Clash: Should I Stay or Should I Go?

April 20, 2026 · 17 min · Season 3 · Episode 6

About this episode

Suzanne explores the complexities of screen time in children's lives, challenging common perceptions of digital engagement.

Screens: the ultimate villain… or your kid’s emotional support sidekick? In this playful (and eye-opening) episode, Suzanne dives into the nightly showdown every parent knows too well—the “put the phone down” battle—and flips the script in a way you probably didn’t see coming. What looks like defiance might actually be overwhelm. What feels like obsession might be regulation. From dopamine hits and digital comparison to cyberbullying and late-night scrolling, we unpack what’s really going on ...

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