Screen Time Study seeking parents of teens
Are you concerned about the amount of time teenagers spend on screens today?
The National Institute for Health Innovation invites parents/caregiver of teenagers aged 13-17 years, living in the Auckland area to participate in a focus group to understand parents’ attitudes and practices around their teenagers’ screen use.
The focus groups will be held at the University of Auckland, Tamaki Campus (Glen Innes).
You will receive a $50 voucher for your time and dinner will be provided.
Spaces are available for the following Focus Groups:
(Note: you only need to attend ONE focus group, which will run from 7.00-8.30pm)
If your child is aged 13-15 years:
· Tuesday 20th November
· Wednesday 21st November
If your child is aged 16-17 years:
· Thursday 8th November
· Wednesday 14th November
Dad’s only focus group:
· Tuesday 13th November
Poll: Do you think NZ should ban social media for youth?
The Australian Prime Minister has expressed plans to ban social media use for children.
This would make it illegal for under 16-year-olds to have accounts on platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
Social media platforms would be tasked with ensuring children have no access (under-age children and their parents wouldn’t be penalised for breaching the age limit)
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Do you think NZ should follow suit? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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84.8% Yes
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13.8% No
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1.4% Other - I'll share below
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