Digital Tech and Well-being
Digital technology is a big part of our lives, making it important to learn how to use it safely.
Spending too much time on screens can cause issues with sleep, mental health, and can even affect relationships and schoolwork.
Find resources that help teach youth about digital literacy. By doing this we can help them develop good habits and use technology in a balanced way.
Helpful Resources
School Mental Health Ontario
Tools to learn about signs that youth are using too much technology and ways to talk to them about their use.
Media Smarts
Find tip sheets, tools, and games to learn more about digital and media literacy as family.
Centre for Healthy Screen Use
Find tools to help set limits, model screen use, and make a family media plan.
CAMH Youth-VAST
Youth aged 12-21 that need help with excessive technology use can find help online.
Kids Help Phone
Text CONNECT to 686868, or call 1-800-668-6868
Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario
Find programs and services for youth in Windsor-Essex County.
WECHU Youth Services Card
Find a list of local services for Windsor-Essex youth for mental health, substance use, and more.
WECHU School Mental Health
Email chp@wechu.org, call 519-258-2146, ext. 1555, or find more tips and information on our website.