Press Pause: Finding Balance in a Digital World

Always On, Always Anxious


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Guest: Dr. Dawn Anderson-Butcher, The Ohio State University College of Social Work

Always On, Always Anxious
What’s the cost of constant connection? Dr. Dawn Anderson-Butcher explores the growing body of research linking excessive screen time to rising levels of anxiety, depression, and loneliness in kids and teens. Drawing on national data and real-world experience, she unpacks what this means for brain development and what parents can do to help.

Topics covered:

  • The connection between screen time and internalizing problems
  • How digital habits impact anxiety, depression, and social isolation
  • Practical steps families can take to create healthier tech boundaries

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Press Pause: Finding Balance in a Digital WorldBy Cassie Dietrich