LEVERAGING AI TO MANAGE SCREEN TIME AND COMBAT GADGET ADDICTION IN CHILDREN
As the use of technology becomes increasingly pervasive in modern society, concerns about the impact of prolonged screen time and gadget addiction on children's physical and psychological well-being have escalated. This paper explores the potential of leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to address these challenges by managing screen time and mitigating gadget addiction in children. Drawing upon a comprehensive review of existing literature, this paper examines the detrimental effects of excessive screen time and gadget dependency on children, including the potential repercussions on their cognitive development, mental health, and social interactions. Moreover, the paper delves into the various AI-driven tools and technologies that can be deployed to regulate and monitor children's screen time, such as smart parental control applications, AI-powered educational platforms, and interactive digital well-being solutions. By harnessing AI algorithms for behavior analysis and pattern recognition, parents and caregivers can gain insights into children's technology usage patterns, enabling personalized intervention strategies to promote healthier screen time habits. Furthermore, this paper explores the incorporation of AI-driven gasification and interactive storytelling techniques to engage children in meaningful offline activities, reducing their reliance on gadgets and fostering a balanced lifestyle. The potential of AI-based virtual assistants to facilitate open communication and provide educational content on responsible technology use is also examined as a promising strategy to combat gadget addiction in children. As technology continues to evolve, the feasibility of AIdriven interventions to manage children's screen time and combat gadget addiction holds significant promise. This paper highlights the need for comprehensive interdisciplinary research and collaborative efforts among policymakers, educators, technology developers, and healthcare professionals to harness the potential of AI in safeguarding children's well-being in the digital age.