Should a teenager have their own room?

Having their own room means that children can benefit from some peace and quiet. This is especially good for introverted children who desire quiet space and time alone as well as for older children who want to read or study in peace; something which they may not get in a shared room.

Why do teenagers like using computers?

Young people love going online, for very good reason. By using the internet, they can: easily access information to inform and educate themselves. maintain and develop supportive relationships.

Should parents allow teens to use the computer in their room?

Parents should have discussions with their teen about acceptable and unacceptable sites. If teens can agree to only visit appropriate sites, and you trust they will follow this guideline, it’s okay to allow them to use the computer or other screens in their room.

How can parents encourage autonomy with teen computers?

For older teens and adolescents, it’s important to encourage some autonomy with teen computers, within reasonable limits. Parents should have discussions with their teen about acceptable and unacceptable sites.

What is the best age to introduce a child to computers?

Need to be taught to keep snacks and drinks away from the computer. “By the age of 4/5 most children have the fine motor skills to manipulate a mouse,” says Dawn Cunningham, a licensed pre-school educator in Somervile, MA. “If they haven’t used a computer before, they will likely require a demonstration and possibly some hand-over-hand assistance.”

Should kids use screens in the same room with parents?

The purpose of having kids use screens in the same room with parents is to ensure safety and to monitor the content of the sites your children may visit. For older teens and adolescents, it’s important to encourage some autonomy with teen computers, within reasonable limits.