If you're a parent, you may have felt somewhat validated by the US court ruling that Meta and Google intentionally built addictive social media platforms that harmed the mental health of a young woman.
Lawyers for the woman, known as Kaley, argued that features of Instagram, such as infinite scroll, were designed to be addictive.
Although the court ruling has been lauded as a game-changing moment for social media companies, it's of little practical use to parents across the world who are trying to cut down their kids' screen time.
We asked some parenting experts for their tips on how to pry those phones away from their offspring's hands – even if only for a short while.
1. Start small and be realistic
Many parents who have already given their children tablets or smartphones might wonder if the best thing is to just get rid of them. But that might not be the most productive option, believes child psychologist Dr Jane Gilmour.
Changing a habit is always going to be hard, she says. Instead, she recommends implementing changes at a neutral moment, not in the heat of an argument about screen time. Calm brains communicate best. A good first step to reducing screen time could be designating a set place in the home for devices, such as a particular cupboard.
2. Be collaborative
Older children and teenagers can benefit from being part of the conversation about screen time, rather than having rules imposed on them, says child psychologist Dr Maryhan Baker. Acknowledging the peer pressure surrounding social media can help get teens onside, she says.
So let's have a conversation about how we can begin to create space within our day, and your day where you're not on that phone all of the time.
3. Turn screen time into learning opportunities
Many parents feel they're struggling to keep up with the rapidly changing fads and trends on social media. But there is an opportunity for both adults and children to learn from each other through frank discussions about screen time.
Olivia says: You might say something like: 'How do you think social media works? Did you know they make money off the more time people spend on it?'.
4. Model good behavior
It's no secret that children mimic their parents, so encouraging good screen habits in them might have to start with some self-reflection. Maryhan encourages a light-hearted approach to this, suggesting parents discuss their own screen habits with kids. Both adults and children could benefit from embracing boredom a bit more.
5. Don't panic
Dr Tony Sampson from the University of Essex cautions against moral panic regarding children's screen use. Instead of seeing screens as detrimental, he highlights the potential for positive engagement that can enhance creativity and learning.
