by Siyue Liz Li | Jan 23, 2023 | Mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Featured, Positivity, Screen Time, Tips and Tricks
Many of us try staying up to date with current events about things like the weather, culture, economy, politics and public health. While it’s good to be aware of what’s going on in the world, it’s also important not to become too focused on events you can’t control,...
by ParticipACTION | May 26, 2022 | Tips and Tricks, Goals, Screen Time, Social Supports
Everything gets better when you get active, even communities! From Instagram, to WhatsApp, to Facebook, there are hundreds of apps, websites and programs designed to connect us to friends and family easier and faster than ever before. In theory, technology makes...
by ParticipACTION | May 2, 2022 | Family, Kids, Parenting, Screen Time
Put away the screens for a while & get moving instead Tablets. Phones. Computers. TVs. These screens have been our saving grace over the past couple of years for obvious reasons. While it’s OK to take some time for self-care or lounging, it’s also...
by ParticipACTION | Nov 17, 2020 | Family, Mental health, Screen Time, Teens
“If parents & guardians use their screens a lot, it’s likely their kids do, too.” Teens and screens: these days, it’s almost impossible to see one without the other. From e-learning to social media to gaming, many young Canadians are...
by ParticipACTION | Oct 10, 2018 | Mental health, Fitbreak, Hibernation, Screen Time, Winter
October is an excellent time to reassess your mental health. As we move toward lower temperatures and shorter days, take some time to check in with yourself. How are you feeling? What’s your energy like? How are your moods these days? Use this Mental Health Meter from...
by ParticipACTION | Mar 13, 2018 | Family, Mental health, Parenting, Screen Time, Teens
In the past few years, screens have invaded our lives. They’re in our pockets, purses, and spaces. And teenagers are no exception. They’re spending more time on screens than ever before. Which begs the question, how much is too much? The recommendation: According to...