This fact sheet from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) explores how passive screen time can affect attention, sleep, behavior, and learning, while offering research-informed strategies to support student well-being. It also provides practical tools for teaching responsible technology habits, reducing passive media use, incorporating screen use questions into wellness screenings, and helping families build healthier screen routines.

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