.webp&w=384&q=75){kind=logo}
Loading, please wait...
Loading, please wait...
The Karnataka government recently unveiled a draft policy focusing on digital wellness for students. Developed by the State Mental Health Authority and NIMHANS, this initiative addresses the surge in technology addiction. As nearly 25% of Indian adolescents show signs of internet addiction, the policy aims to foster emotional regulation. Consequently, schools must now integrate social media literacy into their core curriculum.
The draft suggests a multi-pronged approach involving students, teachers, and parents. Schools will be required to establish Digital Safety and Wellness Committees. These committees will include school heads, counsellors, and even cybercrime officials. Furthermore, the policy recommends capping recreational screen time at one hour daily. This limit specifically applies to usage outside of academic requirements.
Parents play a crucial role in managing digital exposure at home. The draft policy encourages device-free family time and structured screen routines. Additionally, teachers will receive training to identify early mental health red flags. Since sleep disturbances and anxiety are rising, early intervention is essential. The policy also advises schools to return to traditional communication methods like diaries. Schools are also encouraged to set guidelines for AI use to prevent plagiarism.
Q1: What is the recommended screen time limit for students?
The draft policy proposes a cap of one hour per day for recreational screen use outside of school hours.
Q2: Who developed the Karnataka digital wellness policy?
The Department of Health and Family Welfare and the Karnataka State Mental Health Authority created it in collaboration with NIMHANS.
Q3: Which age group is the primary focus of this policy?
The target group primarily includes students from Classes 9 to 12, along with their teachers and parents.
Disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice or replace professional judgment. Refer to the latest local and national guidelines for clinical practice.
References
Read summarized clinical updates, watch expert medical content, and earn CME certifications right from your smartphone.
Open your smartphone camera to scan and install.
Karnataka's draft policy on responsible digital use targets screen addiction and cyber risks for students in Classes 9-12 with NIMHANS-led guidelines....
5 months ago
Explore the emerging role of Brixadi, an extended-release buprenorphine injection, for managing stimulant use disorder through kappa opioid receptor antagonism and steady plasma levels.
Today
A premature neonate developed upper limb compartment syndrome after uterine rupture extruded the arm through a scar defect. Conservative management with continuous monitoring yielded complete functional recovery and normal limb growth at 10-year follow-up, highlighting non-operative safety in selected cases.
Today
Dendritic cells bridge innate and adaptive immunity in myocardial infarction. This review explores their pathological roles, circulating dynamics, novel tolerogenic interventions, and how standard cardiovascular medications modulate dendritic cells to improve post-infarction myocardial repair and patient outcomes.
Today
Endoscopic posterior cervical fusion combines minimally invasive decompression, joint preparation, and rigid screw-rod fixation for atlantoaxial pathologies. Early clinical findings demonstrate solid bony union, excellent symptom relief, and minimal soft-tissue morbidity without significant vascular compromise.
Yesterday
Atherosclerosis involves extensive glycometabolic reprogramming across immune and vascular cells. This review examines how glycolysis, the pentose phosphate pathway, and lactate-driven epigenetic shifts fuel plaque vulnerability, while highlighting novel therapeutic targets like PFKFB3 and LDHA.
Today
