Resources
for Health Professionals

If you have a patient who needs support in managing their screen usage, we have compiled a selection of resources that you can share with the patient and their family.

The video of the Clinician’s Training Module takes you through the latest research, screening tools and advice on how to support patients.

If you have any questions, please email us at hello@healthprofessionalsforsaferscreens.org

HPFSS Clinical Training Module

A video of the presentation for the HPFSS Clinical Training Module.

Dr Helen Thomas GP takes Health Professionals through a module on the risks of smart phones and digital media with a screening tool and support for patients.

With an introduction from Dr Becky Foljambe.

Screens: advice for families

Dr Susie Davies, GP, founder of Papaya Parents, member of HPFSS and author of The Healthy Selfie shares her advice for parents and young people in achieving a healthy digital life.

Share Advice For Healthier Screen Times

December 11, 2024

Five a Day – Tips for Healthier Screen Time Poster

An A4 poster for 0-17 year olds with easy to follow tips for better screen time.

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December 11, 2024

Screen free time – a resource with tips around being screen free

A downloadable infographic which can be used in presentations, on emails or standalone with tips and advice on screen free time

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December 11, 2024

Sleep Hygiene – a resource with tips on better sleep

A downloadable infographic which can be used in presentations, on emails or stand alone on sleep hygiene

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December 11, 2024

Cognitive Development in Early Years

A summary of the evidenced impact of screens on early years cognitive development

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November 4, 2024

Screen Time Limits – a resource focused on screen time

PNG file can be used on websites or email to show screen time limit guide.

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A5 - Five a Day - Tips for Healthier Screen Time (11 to 17 Years)
October 23, 2024

A5 – Five a Day – Tips for Healthier Screen Time (11 to 17 Years)

A5 printable leaflet with 5 easy to follow tips for healthier screen time for ages 11 to 17.

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A5 - Five a Day - Tips for Healthier Screen Time (6 to 10 Years)
October 23, 2024

A5 – Five a Day – Tips for Healthier Screen Time (6 to 10 Years)

A5 printable leaflet with 5 easy to follow tips for healthier screen time for ages 6 to 10.

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A5 - Five a Day - Tips for Healthier Screen Time (birth to 5)
October 23, 2024

A5 – Five a Day – Tips for Healthier Screen Time (Birth to 5 Years)

A5 printable leaflet with 5 easy to follow tips for healthier screen time for ages birth to 5 years.

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Share A Family Plan for better tech usage

These family plans have been created to help you have useful conversations together. As a family, you can develop practical ideas to make technology work for you.

Digital Family Plan - Primary school age
February 24, 2025

Family Digital Plan – Primary School

This plan is for you and anyone else in your home or caring for your child to discuss, agree on, and plan with your children how your family will approach screens.

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Digital Family Plan - Senior school age
February 24, 2025

Family Digital Plan – Senior School

This plan is for you and anyone else in your home or caring for your child to discuss, agree on, and plan with your children how your family will approach screens.

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Digital Family Plan - Birth to 5 years
February 24, 2025

Family Digital Plan for 0-5 year olds

This plan is for you and anyone else in your home or caring for your child to discuss, agree on, and plan how your family will approach screens.

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Further Support : Every child has the right to feel safe

Call

NHS 111

NSPCC Helpline
0808 800 5000

Samaritans 116 123

Online

Kooth is a free anonymous service to help young people with their mental health  and may other issues.

Healthier Together: Healthy living advice for parents and young people from the NHS.