Raising Children in the Digital Era, Psychologists Remind Parents to Learn 4 Skills

Asuh Anak di Era Digital, Psikolog Ingatkan Ayah Bunda Belajar 4 Skill

"Childcare in the Digital Era, Psychologists Remind Fathers and Mothers to Learn 4 Skills"

Raising Children in the Digital Era, Psychologists Remind Parents to Learn 4 Skills

Dream - Becoming a parent can be said as a lifelong learning process, and moms and dads have to make many adjustments. Changes in time, habits, and even aging will certainly have an impact on parenting.

In the current digital era, children also gain a lot of information and understanding from the internet. They can easily and quickly learn new things, but the other effect is the formation of negative values that is very difficult.

"As parents, of course, we cannot prohibit the use of the internet and gadgets, because children can gain a lot of knowledge from there. According to Irma Gustiana, a family psychologist, parents also need special skills in the current digital era. So that fathers and mothers can continue to adapt and protect their children well from the effects of digital development, let's try to sharpen the following four skills, which are highly recommended by Irma."

1. Ability to Understand Technology

Try to learn about popular social media platforms, applications, and games among children. Especially those that are frequently used and played by children every day. Find out how to use them, understand the risks and benefits of using them.

2. Effective Communication Skills

Not all parents can communicate fluently with their children. Many tend to speak rarely and rigidly instead. Do not let the communication with the child be poor, parents need to learn to understand the emotional and psychological development of the child.

Especially when setting limits and rules for internet usage. Teenagers will prefer to be invited to discuss rather than just having rigid rules. "Explain openly and honestly about the impact and benefits of the internet and social media. Build trust with children so they feel comfortable talking to their parents," said Irma.

3. Ability to Create Rules and Limitations

Father and mother must also be able to set clear boundaries and rules regarding the use of technology. Discuss with children about safe and unsafe applications for them, including the shows and content that are widely available on the internet. It must always be adjusted according to age. Create rules and explain to children the reasons behind these rules.

"Creating rules about how much time can be spent, what type of content they can access, and when they can use technology," said Irma.

4. Ability to Be a Good Example

"Also, provide examples to children about the use of technology in daily life. Start with setting limits on time and responsible usage. Avoid excessive use of technology in front of children, the key is balance. Source: Instagram @ayankirma"

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