There’s a general consensus that too much screen time is bad for kids. But what happens when everything in modern society is done on screens? What is a concerned educator or parent to do? And how do ...

An estimated 60 to 70% of computer users suffer from eye strain, or computer vision syndrome. It results from prolonged use of screens on computers and digital devices. KERA’s Sam Baker talks about ...

Computers -- and all other digital screens -- would be banned for Los Angeles public school students until second grade, ...

Jessica was a writer on the Wellness team, with a focus on health technology, eye care, nutrition and finding new approaches to chronic health problems. Expertise Public health, new wellness ...

Kristen Fischer has written for numerous health publications, hospitals, and medical companies, and is a member of the Association of Health Care Journalists. Nick Blackmer is a librarian, ...

Do you ever feel like your day melts into a digital fog? Constant emails, endless notifications, and the allure of social media can leave us feeling glued to our screens and zapped of energy. While ...

On average, children spend a staggering seven to eight hours per day on screens, and one expert is warning that we’re not seeing the full picture of these devastating devices. “Screen time has become ...

Four states have recently passed legislation to limit teaching and assessments via screens for students. So has the United States' second-largest school district.

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Los Angeles Unified is turning away from years of promoting classroom technology by placing restrictions on ...

In the good old days, the triad of family, school, and street maintained the upbringing of youngsters. The Internet first replaced the street. Then, it conquered schools. Now, it’s swallowing families ...

Fatigue and stress have long been common woes at the end of a workday. Now, in the digital age, there's a new set of struggles: headaches, dry eyes and double vision. These are the unique symptoms of ...