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Written Screen Agreement

A simple document everyone signs setting when, where, and how much — ending endless daily negotiations.

30 min Intermediate

Goal

Turn screens from a daily battle into a clear system everyone respects, parents included.

Steps

  1. 1
    Meet as a family. Devote an hour with no distractions.
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Expected Outcome

Immediate
Next-day screen fights resolve with a point at the fridge, not yelling.

Evidence base

School: Family Media Plan + Common Sense Media

Founders: American Academy of Pediatrics · James Steyer (2016)

AAP (2016) recommended a written "Family Media Plan." Steyer of Common Sense Media built implementation tools.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does "Written Screen Agreement" take?
This exercise takes about 30 minutes, practiced in a group in a Social format.
When will I notice the effect of "Written Screen Agreement"?
Next-day screen fights resolve with a point at the fridge, not yelling. In the short term: Within a week, kids self-shut screens at end-time — because they signed.
Is "Written Screen Agreement" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Family Media Plan + Common Sense Media (American Academy of Pediatrics, James Steyer (2016)). AAP (2016) recommended a written "Family Media Plan." Steyer of Common Sense Media built implementation tools.
Is "Written Screen Agreement" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Intermediate. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.

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