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In a world overwhelmed with screens, the current guidelines for limiting screen use seems impossible to achieve by ourselves, let alone for our technology-dependent kids. Establishing healthy boundaries around devices is no easy task and trying to unglue our kids' eyes from screens can be a never-ending battle. With technology being used more and more at school and for homework, it's difficult to know where to draw the line. In an ever-evolving digital age, how can we overcome our frustration with our kids' device addictions and establish reasonable boundaries in our homes? In her new book, The Dip: A practical guide to take control of screen addiction and reconnect your family, Clinical Psychologist Dr Danielle Einstein provides answers to the real-life challenges of implementing the national guidelines on screen time within families. With over 20 years' experience, Dr Einstein helps you guide your kids towards positive technology use through six concise chapters that break down and explain the following: Why are we so addicted in the first place? The reality of smartphone and device use: understanding the factors that lure us in and play with our moods. How to develop 'smart' device boundaries for your family. Why should we develop our own boundaries? Ok, so how do I put this into practice? Step-by-step guide to screen-time controls. Including quick tips, step-by-step guidelines and an informative video (on www.thedip.com), The Dip will not only help you and your kids develop healthy relationships with screens, but also learn how to re-connect as a family.

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"A very easy to read book filled with with fantastic practical ideas on how to manage the overuse of technology by teens (and parents)! I personally had many 'lightbulb' moments while reading this book. It provides realistic, easy to follow suggestions for how to bring your family back to one which prioritises people over technology!"" Lindi Greenfield, Teacher of 25 years, Behavioural Management Specialist. ""Clinical Psychologist Dr Danielle Einstein outlines simple practical steps that families can take to reclaim their families from the grip of the insidious screen addiction creep. I used my pencil and underlined great ideas on nearly every page. The practical steps are backed by current research and down to earth ""Einstein"" recommendations that make a whole lot of sense. The book is a short and easy read but packs a lot of punch. I recommend that every family gets a copy and reads it before having a family meeting to create their own Tech agreement."" Daron Pratt, Children's Pastor, Creative, Influencer, Evangelist & Activist"

A very easy to read book filled with with fantastic practical ideas on how to manage the overuse of technology by teens (and parents)! I personally had many 'lightbulb' moments while reading this book. It provides realistic, easy to follow suggestions for how to bring your family back to one which prioritises people over technology! Lindi Greenfield, Teacher of 25 years, Behavioural Management Specialist. Clinical Psychologist Dr Danielle Einstein outlines simple practical steps that families can take to reclaim their families from the grip of the insidious screen addiction creep. I used my pencil and underlined great ideas on nearly every page. The practical steps are backed by current research and down to earth Einstein recommendations that make a whole lot of sense. The book is a short and easy read but packs a lot of punch. I recommend that every family gets a copy and reads it before having a family meeting to create their own Tech agreement. Daron Pratt, Children's Pastor, Creative, Influencer, Evangelist & Activist

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Dr Danielle Einstein is an Adjunct Fellow with Macquarie University and an Honorary Associate with the University of Sydney.

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