# #275: Why Screen Time for Kids Makes It Hard For Us - Emotional Self-Regulation - Part Four

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Podcast: [The Simplicity Parenting Podcast with Kim John Payne](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-simplicity-parenting-podcast-with-kim-john-payne-485010)
Published: 2025-08-13T14:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.simplicityparenting.com/podcasts/the-simplicity-parenting-podcast-with-kim-john-payne/episodes/2149073456
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## Resource

In this fourth part of this five-part series on emotional self-regulation, Kim John Payne reviews how screens can disrupt not only a child’s emotional balance but also a parent’s ability to stay centered. He explains how modern screen content is designed to deliver high levels of dopamine, adrenaline, and cortisol, making it both addictive and delivering big hits of easily gained reward and pleasure. When a screen is taken away, a child may feel as if their source of safety has been removed, leading to intense reactions. In these moments, parents can quickly shift from being seen as protectors to being perceived as threats. This reversal can be emotionally difficult and is one of the most common situations where parents find themselves losing their cool. Kim urges listeners to recognize that this is not the child’s fault, but rather a consequence of how screens are designed. He suggests that the best way to reduce daily flare-ups and refusals is to significantly reduce screen exposure. This is not about blame but about understanding the biological and emotional setup that screens create. When we reduce that setup, we give ourselves a much better chance to remain calm, connected, and clear in our family rhythms. 🍎 Simplicity Parenting Coach Training 📓 Being At Your Best Care Professionals Seminar ❤️  Support the Podcast 📑   Simplicity Parenting Starter Kit 📲   Request a Consultation with Kim John Payne 📚   Simplicity Parenting Book Store

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