Exam Season Screen Time Guide
Managing screen time and digital distractions during exam and revision periods.
Exam season creates tension between the need for focused study and the pull of digital distractions. This guide helps families find a practical balance that supports revision without creating unnecessary conflict.
Agree on study-mode device rules
Create a specific set of device rules for exam season — agreed together, not imposed. Consider app blockers during study periods.
Study break boundaries
Agree that screen breaks should have a set time limit. 10-minute breaks can easily become 45 minutes on social media.
Protect sleep
Sleep is crucial during exams. Enforce the devices-out-of-bedrooms rule strictly during revision periods.
Revision apps vs distracting apps
Help your teen identify which apps support revision and which ones distract. Consider using screen time reports to find patterns.
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