If screen time is causing conflict, declining grades, mood changes, or your child can’t stop even when they want to—these are warning signs. Our free Parent Assessment helps you understand the severity and what’s driving the behavior so you can take the right next steps.
Screen overuse is often a symptom of underlying issues—social anxiety, academic stress, friendship problems, boredom, or family conflict. Our assessment helps identify what’s driving the behavior, not just the surface-level screen time. We address the root causes so changes last beyond just “taking away the phone.
Apps, games, and social media platforms are engineered by teams of behavioral scientists with one goal: maximum engagement. They use intermittent rewards, infinite scrolling, and social validation triggers that hijack your child’s dopamine system. You’re not fighting your child’s willpower—you’re up against billion-dollar companies designed to be addictive.
If screen use is causing problems—daily arguments, declining performance at school, withdrawal from activities, sleep disruption, or your child seems unable to stop even when they want to—it’s worth addressing. “Normal” teen screen use shouldn’t interfere with family relationships, responsibilities, or wellbeing. When in doubt, take our free assessment. You’ll get clarity on whether this is typical or something that needs support.
Research shows teens with high screen time have 2.7x higher depression rates, increased anxiety, and lower academic achievement. Extended use disrupts sleep, reduces face-to-face social skills, and can lead to withdrawal from family and activities they once enjoyed. But the good news: studies show even 2 weeks of reduced screen time can noticeably improve emotional health and behavior.
Yes. Research shows that even two weeks of reduced screen time can improve emotional health, sleep quality, and family relationships. The key is having the right strategies to make it stick. Cold-turkey approaches often backfire, while gradual, intentional changes with clear boundaries tend to work better. Our programs give you a roadmap tailored to your family’s specific situation.
Yes. Our programs focus on what you as a parent can do, even if your child isn’t cooperative. Many families see significant improvements by changing their own approach first—how you set boundaries, manage conflict, and respond to resistance. You don’t need your child’s buy-in to start making progress.
DigitalZero is an educational and coaching-oriented program, not a medical or psychotherapy service. We provide practical strategies, tools, and accountability for families dealing with digital overuse. If your child is experiencing severe depression, self-harm, or other mental health crises, we recommend working with a licensed therapist. We can complement therapeutic, but we don’t replace it.
Our programs are designed for parents of children ages 8-18. The strategies differ depending on age—an 8-year-old needs different boundaries than a 16-year-old—but the core principles of healthy digital habits apply across all ages. We’ll tailor our approach to your child’s developmental stage.
DigitalZero offers a free foundation that includes our assessment, self-guided resources, workbook, conversation scripts, and email support—so any family can start without paying. For families who want more intensive personalized coaching through one-on-one sessions, we offer additional programs.
Still have questions?
Check our Programs FAQ for questions about how our coaching programs work, session logistics, and what to expect.
Or contact us directly—we’re here to help.
What’s the first step?
Take our free 3-minute Parent Assessment. You’ll get immediate results with personalized insights about your child’s digital behavior, plus an invitation to discuss next steps if you’d like support. No pressure, no obligation—just clarity.
