Teens & Screens: A Neuroaffirming Guide

The Teens and Screens Guide provides a structured yet flexible, neuroaffirming approach to help young people and their families understand the impact of technology on wellbeing. It supports identifying activities that bring balance and joy while fostering mindful, intentional tech habits.

Technology is a normal and valuable part of modern life; it connects, inspires, and empowers learning. This guide helps caregivers and clinicians shift the conversation from restriction to purposeful, values-driven technology use.

What you’'ll get:

Handouts for Caregivers

Clear, practical psychoeducation materials to help caregivers understand:

• Tech Use and Mental Health: How technology affects wellbeing and everyday life.

• The Tricks: Learn the strategies technology companies use to keep users engaged.

Worksheets for Teens

Engaging, simple worksheets that explore:

• Moments That Matter: Reflecting on what brings joy.

• Level Up List: Planning fun and meaningful activities.

• Understanding Your Battery: Identifying what drains and restores energy.

• Technology and Your Energy: Exploring how different screen activities affect mood and focus.

• Mindful Technology Quiz: Understanding current habits and patterns of device use.

• Mindful Technology Plan: Setting intentional goals for passive, active, and creative use.

• Strategies for Sticking to Your Plan: Practical ideas to make mindful technology use achievable.