The Measure Of Meaning, In a World of Screens | Zalmai Popal | TEDxKids@ElCajon

Screen Time & Addiction - The probability of becoming a human is 1 in 400 trillion [1][14] - US individuals spend an average of 7 hours daily on screens [4] - Gaming companies strategically design platforms with reward systems and frequent updates to encourage prolonged playtime [8][9] Impact of the Pandemic - The National Library of Medicine conducted research from 2019 to 2022, indicating that extensive device use during the COVID-19 pandemic led to the perception of gaming as a skill [6] Strategies for Overcoming Addiction - Scripts Health suggests strategies such as taking breaks every 30 minutes, using friendly reminders for accountability, and tracking screen time [10] - Built-in screen time limit settings on phones can be used to implement these strategies [11][12]