It starts with “just five more minutes” — but before you know it, your teen has been glued to their screen for hours. They’re irritable, sleep-deprived, anxious, and seem to care more about likes than real life.
If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone — and your teen isn’t broken. But they may be overstimulated, under-connected, and quietly stressed out.
The Hidden Cost of Screen Addiction
- Sleep Disruption: Blue light and late-night scrolling hijack their rest.
- Comparison & Anxiety: Social media fuels pressure to be “perfect.”
- Loss of Joy: Real-life hobbies, friendships, and even faith often take a back seat.
For many teens, phones become both an escape and a trap. Even when they want to cut back, they feel anxious without the constant scroll. It’s not just disobedience — it’s digital burnout.
A Faith-Based Framework for Reconnection
Romans 12:2 says, “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” As parents, we’re called to help our teens learn the beauty of stillness, focus, and presence — even in a distracted world.
Helping your teen doesn’t start with a lecture — it starts with connection. Conversations that build trust, boundaries that invite balance, and support that empowers them to make better choices.
We Can Help
At North Pointe Services, our licensed therapists help teens (and their families) navigate the emotional toll of screen addiction with practical strategies, faith-based insight, and zero judgment.
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