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Ministry of Health
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Guidance on screen use in children

21 January 2025

Learn practical tips from experts in healthcare, social, and educational fields to balance device usage.

The use of screens and devices can bring potential benefits and harm to children. It is increasingly important for families to adopt healthy screen use habits to reduce the potential harm to children.

MOH first published the Guidance on Screen Use in Children in 2023 which provides practical suggestions to families with children aged 0-12 years old on how to organise and manage their children’s screen use. The advisory provides guidance for different age groups to highlight key points that families should be aware of. A summary of the guidance for parents is also included to help parents better understand why the recommendations are important and how they can impact their child’s health.

This advisory has been updated by MOH in consultation with experts from healthcare, social and educational agencies.

Organisations and healthcare professionals working with children should work with parents to develop the healthy screen use practices recommended in this advisory.

The advisory (updated as of January 2025) can be downloaded here (opens in new tab).

Further information on evidence review can be found below:

The Guidance on Screen Use in Children supports Grow Well SG, a national health promotion strategy to enhance preventive care and inculcate healthier lifestyles in children and adolescents. Learn more about the Grow Well SG here.