The Impact of Technology on Young Children

Computers, smartphones, tablets, video games and myriad other hi-tech devices are here to stay, and like many tools, can be both blessings and curses, especially when it comes to young children.

How does all this technology affect the developing brains of preschoolers and young children? How much is too much?

On Tuesday, February 23rd, 9:30 – 11:00 am, the Union Church of Hinsdale’s Early Childhood Programs in conjunction with the newly-formed Union Church Grandparents’ Group welcome Dr. Georgia Bozeday, Director of Educational Services at Rush NeuroBehavioral Center (RNBC) and Adjunct Professor at Northeastern Illinois University, for a discussion of the effects of technology on young children. Dr. Bozeday will address:

• iPhones, iPads, remotes, video games…when is this all too much?
• What are the negative aspects of technology?
• What does technology do to our brains?
• What are the upsides to technology?
• What technology is appropriate for different age groups?

Georgia Bozeday, Ed.D. currently guides curriculum design and implementation for the Executive Functions Program at RNBC. Dr. Bozeday is a frequent presenter at area schools, parent and professional organizations and many national conferences.

The presentation is free and open to the public. Reservations are appreciated, but not required at:http://uchucc.us/bozeday. Union Church is located at 137 S. Garfield in Hinsdale.

For more information, visit uchinsdale.org.