When does the lecture take place?

The lecture takes place on Thursday, October 15, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM.

Where will the event be held?

The event location is the Knowledge Workshop Bielefeld at Wilhelmstr. 3, 33602 Bielefeld.

Who is the lecture suitable for?

The offer is aimed at adults, especially parents and other caregivers of children and adolescents.

What will the participants learn?

The lecture covers early signs of problematic media use, the development up to media addiction, and strategies for healthy and self-determined media use.

Is there a fee for participation?

Participation is free of charge.

Is prior knowledge required?

No, the lecture is understandable even without prior knowledge and offers space for questions and exchanges with other parents and professionals.

How Much Media Time is Okay? for Children

Name: How Much Media Time is Okay?
Start: 2026-10-15T16:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-15T17:30:00+02:00
Location: Wissenswerkstadt Bielefeld

How Much Media Time is Okay? Guiding Families Safely Through the Digital World

Smartphones, tablets, gaming, and streaming are a natural part of everyday life for many children and adolescents. The lecture How Much Media Time is Okay? at the Knowledge Workshop Bielefeld invites parents and other adult caregivers to look together at healthy media use and gain more security in media education.

Recognizing Early Warning Signs Better

When does media use become problematic? The lecture addresses initial signs that can alert families in their daily lives. Participants will learn how risky usage behavior can develop and what is behind the term media addiction. The content is presented understandably and is suitable for adults without prior knowledge.

Practical Impulses for Family Life

The focus is on concrete strategies that parents can use to guide children and adolescents towards healthy, self-determined media use. This involves a clear and reflective attitude in media education, providing orientation in daily life, and creating a discussion framework that builds trust. Thus, often a burdensome family question becomes a shared learning experience.

Discussion, Questions, and Joint Reflection

After the lecture, there will be space for questions and exchange with other parents as well as professionals. This strengthens orientation and opens new perspectives on rules, boundaries, and age-appropriate guidance. A valuable educational offer arises for families concerning child development, safety, and digital life worlds.

An Offer from the Outpatient Addiction Counseling Bethel

The offer was developed by the Outpatient Addiction Counseling Bethel and takes place as part of the Bielefeld Week of Mental Health from October 9 to 16, 2026. The lecture combines professional information with practical suggestions and supports adults in guiding children and adolescents attentively, safely, and appreciatively.

Conclusion: More Security for Media Education

How Much Media Time is Okay? provides families with orientation, learning enjoyment, and opportunities for conversation on a topic that concerns many households. Those who wish to accompany children and adolescents safely in the digital world will experience an informative and communal afternoon with practical impulses at the Knowledge Workshop Bielefeld.