The Impact of Screentime on Children's Sleep - Tues Sept 23rd at 6.30-7.30pm
Sleep is a vitally important biological function that's being eroded by screen-time. Learn why, and what you can do about it!
The Impact of Screentime on Children's Sleep
Live Webinar: Tuesday September 23rd at 6.30-7.30pm
RECORDING SENT TO ATTENDEES AFTERWARDS
Suitable for both parents and professionals
Sleep is a vitally important biological function. As one of the foundational cornerstones of children's health and wellness, good sleep is required for growth, brain development, emotional regulation and overall vitality.
Getting "good sleep" requires looking at both the quality and quantity a child or teenager is getting, relative to the needs of their age.
In modern society, our sleep has taken a hit because it's so difficult to maintain routines and structures...and to simply enjoy restful evenings! Many of us are not sure of "good sleep" really is and what we can do to support it.
In this live webinar, you will:
· Explore the science of sleep and how different sleep stages are impacted by screen and social media use
· Understand the importance of sleep quality for children & adolescents
· Learn evidence-based strategies to reduce screen-use in order to improve sleep & overall health of children.
You will receive a Certificate of Attendance, a copy of worksheets and lifetime access to all materials.
Learning Outcomes:
1. Understand the science of sleep in children and teenagers - describe the biological processes that regulate healthy sleep, including circadian rhythms, melatonin production and brain development.
2. Recognise the psychological and neurological impact of screentime on sleep - explain how blue light exposure, cognitive stimulation and emotional arousal from devices interfere with sleep onset, duration and quality.
3. Identify the behavioural and health consequences of poor sleep - analyse how disrupted sleep affects children’s and teenagers’ mood, learning, attention, self-regulation and overall wellbeing.
4. Evaluate the role of family, school and social environments in shaping sleep habits - explore how routines, boundaries and role-modelling influence children’s screen use and sleep hygiene.
5. Apply practical, evidence-based strategies to support healthy sleep - develop tailored approaches for parents, teachers and professionals to reduce screentime disruption and promote restorative sleep in children and adolescents.
Your Instructor
Dr Lorraine Lynch is the Clinical Director of the Child Psychology Institute (CPI). She holds a Professional Doctorate in Health Psychology from London Metropolitan University (LMU) and is accredited by the HCPC and BPS. Her research thesis was based on the lived experience of children with Dyspraxia/Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) from the perspective of their parents. During her doctorate training, she completed placements in the private sector working on breastfeeding advocacy and support, and also within the NHS (Kidderminster Hospital, Birmingham) working on the promotion of digital health solutions. Dr Lorraine has won numerous awards within the social innovation and enterprise space, receiving a Social Entrepreneurs Ireland award in 2014, Enterprise Ireland's New Frontiers Award in 2021 and Network Ireland 'Power Within Champion' Award in 2022. Dr Lorraine is also the author of two books designed to promote children’s wellness - #100happydays4kids and Closing Saor’s Day.
Her most important role is a mother to three smallies, who serve as a constant reminder of how much potential exists within each child.
“Even the tallest trees always begin as a seed.” A. J. Darkholme