Screentime
This project aims to create an informative booklet that addresses the growing concern of screen time among youth. Featuring a cover designed to replicate Apple's screen time warning, the booklet visually captures attention and sets the tone for the content within. It includes comparative graphs showcasing the increase in screen time among teenagers and younger children over the past six years. The booklet also outlines the negative effects of excessive screen time, such as sleep disturbances, reduced attention spans, mental health issues like anxiety and depression, and even increased suicide risk. The back cover offers practical strategies for reducing screen time, encouraging readers to power down devices, engage in outdoor activities, maintain reflective journals, and incorporate exercise into their routines.
This comprehensive booklet serves as a resource for parents, educators, and young people, highlighting alarming trends in screen time usage among children and adolescents. Mimicking Apple's screen time warning, the cover captures attention and the urgency of the issue. Inside, impactful graphs reveal the significant rise in daily screen time among teenagers versus younger children over six years, emphasizing the need for intervention.
The booklet details the adverse effects of excessive screen time, including sleep disturbances, reduced attention spans, and increased mental health risks like anxiety and depression.
Read MoreOn the back page, practical strategies for "unplugging" are offered. Recommendations include powering down screens 30-60 minutes before bedtime to improve sleep quality, planning outdoor activities free from screens to encourage physical health and social interaction, and maintaining a journal to reflect on screen habits. Additionally, it emphasizes regular exercise to promote well-being and reduce screen dependence. This holistic approach empowers readers to take proactive steps toward managing screen time and enhancing their overall health.
PROCESS
The project evolved through several iterations to enhance clarity and engagement. Initially focused on battery percentage statistics, early designs proved ineffective in conveying screen time issues. I shifted to clearer graphical representations, illustrating the alarming rise in youth screen time. Additionally, pages were updated with a vibrant color palette and improved text, enhancing readability and making the booklet more inviting. These refinements ensured the booklet effectively communicated its message to the target audience.
