Meltdowns when screen time ends
Does every 'that's enough' end in tears and anger? Shared family rules and a warning in advance can make switching off much calmer.
What you may notice
- When you take the phone or tablet, your child screams, cries or won't hand it over.
- They always ask for 'one more minute' or 'one more game', and the minutes keep stretching.
- After the screen goes off, they stay irritable, restless or bored for a while.
- Arguments about screen time happen every day and spoil the mood at home.
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Possible reasons, step-by-step actions, what to avoid, how to use your child's strengths, and when to see a specialist.