Don't panic - five ways to stop your kids' endless scrolling
Parenting experts share their tips on how to keep children's screen time under control.
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"Changing a habit is always going to be hard."
— Dr Jane Gilmour , Academic
"I understand the social pressure if you're deemed not to be on this. I really get it."
— Dr Maryhan Baker , Academic
"We have to have a strong relationship with our child because that is what's going to get us towards co-operation [and] teamwork."
— Olivia Edwards , Other
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