Every sound/gesture from your child = a "serve"; respond promptly = a "return." This game builds his brain.

Repeat the same refusal in the same words calmly, no matter how the other person reshapes the pressure.

Say no in three sentences: thanks, refusal, closing — with no "sorry" or justification.

Memorize one 7-word refusal sentence and rehearse it until it emerges automatically under pressure.

Say "no, I can't" — complete sentence. No explanation, no apology.

A document signed by all family members (parents included) about screen use rules.

Set 3 zones and 3 times daily as screen-free for the whole family — simpler than complex hour rules.

When your child watches, sit with him and ask during the show — the screen turns from isolator to connector.

Put your phone in another room during time with your child — bigger impact than restricting his hours.

Ask your child with curiosity about his apps and digital friends — before discovering by surprise.

Instead of "platforms harm you", ask curiously: "what do you enjoy most? what bothers you?"