20/08/2026
So many parents tell me, “They know they need to turn it off… so why is it still so hard?”
The truth is: it’s not a behaviour issue — it’s a brain issue.
Young people aren’t getting “addicted to screens”.
They’re getting caught in a dopamine loop their developing brain isn’t built to manage alone.
This visual breaks down what’s really happening inside the brain — and why switching off can feel almost impossible in the moment.
Save this for later, and let me know which part stands out for you.
If you didn't catch the original screen-dopamine cycle post a link is below ⬇️
