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URMC / Employee Assistance Program / News & Events / UR Medicine EAP Blog / November 2023 / Unplug and Connect with What Matters

Unplug and Connect with What Matters

Technology devices can get in the way of quality family time. Could a “device-free zone” (or two) be good for your family? The idea is to have loved ones, especially children, learn to value face-to-face interactions, which are crucial for emotional well-being. If you want to try implementing the concept, here are tips: Start the tradition early to maximize the impact on young children and its value for their developmental psychology as it grows over time. Also, get agreement and commitment from household members to adhere to the rules set for your device-free zone(s). Learn more about tech-free zones at uKnowKids.com .

11/9/2023

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