The Behavior Blueprint with Mandy Grass

Why Tweens Fight You About Screen Time

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If technology has become the biggest battle in your home and you find yourself negotiating screen time more than bedtime, this episode is for you. We’ve all been there...the timer goes off, you ask for the iPad, and suddenly it’s a total standoff. So why do our kids fight us so hard on this?

In this episode, Mandy breaks down the behavioral science behind the screen time struggle. Learn why tech is the ultimate reinforcement and how the dopamine hit kids get from gaming and social media makes it nearly impossible for them to stop on their own. Enter the blueprint, a Screen Time Agreement that builds trust, teaches self-regulation, and brings peace back to your living room!

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