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Empowering Kids to Break Free from Smartphone Dependency: Engaging Activities and Tips

October 22, 2023October 23, 2023 Editor

Activities To Help Your Children Get Over Smartphone Dependency By: Javid Amin In today’s digital age, smartphones have seamlessly woven themselves into the fabric of our daily lives. For children, however, excessive smartphone use can have adverse effects on their physical and mental well-being. Therefore, it is of paramount importance for parents and caregivers to actively guide their children in fostering a balanced and healthy relationship with technology. In this article, we will explore 10 activities that can help children reduce smartphone dependency while also providing additional tips to support…

Removal of Corporal Punishment in Schools and its Impact on the Behavioral Landscape of Kashmiri Youth

October 18, 2023October 18, 2023 Editor

Unintended Consequences: The Impact of Removing Corporal Punishment in Kashmiri Schools By: Javid Amin The state of Jammu and Kashmir, nestled in the lap of the Himalayas, has long been a symbol of breathtaking natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and the resilience of its people in the face of adversity. However, recent developments in the region, particularly the removal of corporal punishment from schools, have started to paint a different picture. The consequences of this change are felt across all strata of society, but it is the impact on the…

Kashmiri Children’s Speech Development Impacted by Excessive Screen Time

October 13, 2023 Editor

In what serves as a poignant wake-up call to parents, medical professionals are shedding light on a concerning issue that is becoming increasingly prevalent – delayed speech development in children due to excessive screen time. This unsettling phenomenon has captured the attention of the medical community, highlighting the urgent need for parents to reevaluate the role of digital devices in their children’s lives. Manan Fareed, a private teacher from Lolab, Kupwara, shared his harrowing experience with his own child’s speech delay, saying, “My son was able to speak a few…