In our last episode, Dr. Delaney Ruston introduced the One Small Change Challenge and the DARTS model (Doable, Arrange for success, Reasons, Treats, Support) as she coached two moms on creating strategies to reach their phone-related small change targets. This week, she talks with another mom, a certified parent coach who wants to stop using her phone before bed and keep it in her room overnight.
In the next episode, you’ll find out how it worked out for her and for the other moms from the previous episode. Listeners are encouraged to take on their own One Small Change Challenge and let their kids in on what they’re aiming to do and the strategies they’re using, and, most importantly, to ask their kids for support. Change is not easy. If you’re participating in the challenge, email Dr. Ruston at delaney@screenagersmovie.com and let her know how it’s going.
Additional Resources
Boosting Bravery: Free Screenagers program for teens that includes DARTS.
How to bring the Screenagers movies to your community
Time Code
00:00 Introduction to Parenting in the Screen Age
00:21 Recap of the One Small Change Challenge
00:39 Introducing Lisa and Her Phone Habit
01:59 Lisa's Struggle with Phone Use at Night
06:38 Implementing the DARTS Method
07:59 Setting Goals and Arranging for Success
11:39 Reinforcement and Support Strategies
17:56 Conclusion and Next Steps
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