How to get the kids off the screen this summer WTHR Education Expert Jennifer Brinker talks about the dangers of excessive screen time and how to get your kids to put the phones and video games down this summer. Author: Dustin Grove Updated: 8:35 AM EDT June 27, 2021 INDIANAPOLIS — While too much screen time can lead to strained vision, headaches, poor sleep habits, and even depression, it is important to remember that not all screen time is created equally. Obviously, it is going to be more beneficial for your child to use a computer to research or play educational games than it would be for them to be up gaming all night or scrolling mindlessly through social media.