The Danish government has allocated 160 million kroner in its budget proposal to protect children in the digital sphere. This initiative acknowledges the growing concerns surrounding children’s well-being in the face of increasing screen time.

However, experts and organizations emphasize that a crucial element is missing from this digital protection strategy: the establishment and promotion of screen-free zones for children.

The Minister for Digitalisation has identified excessive screen time as a significant contemporary problem. Danica, a provider of digital well-being tools, reports that over half of its users seeking help for their well-being request guidance on managing screen use, particularly in their roles as parents.

Families are increasingly finding that screen time is displacing vital activities such as play, physical activity, and social interaction, negatively impacting children’s overall well-being.

The Danish Evaluation Institute (EVA) has provided further evidence, documenting a clear link between high screen time and diminished well-being among children.