Excessive screen time is linked to eye strain, poor sleep and reduced productivity. The NHS recommends adults limit recreational screen time to under 2 hours/day.
Digital Wellbeing
Frequently Asked Questions
How much screen time is too much for adults?+
Most experts recommend less than 2 hours of recreational screen time daily. Work-related screen use is separate.
What can I do to reduce screen time?+
Use app timers, set phone-free hours, leave your phone outside the bedroom, and replace screen habits with physical activity.
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