Test your Digital Habits

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Quiz Questions

1.
When I am not at school, I spend a lot of time using my device
- A.
  Never
- B.
  Rarely
- C.
  Sometimes
- D.
  Often
- E.
  Always
2.
I feel the need to spend more time using my device
- A.
  Never
- B.
  Rarely
- C.
  Sometimes
- D.
  Often
- E.
  Always
3.
I feel upset when I am not able to use my device
- A.
  Always
- B.
  Often
- C.
  Sometimes
- D.
  Rarely
- E.
  Never
4.
I lie to my parents about the amount of time I spend using my device
- A.
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  Never
- B.
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  Sometimes
- C.
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  Rarely
- D.
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  Often
- E.
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  Always
5.
Using my device helps me to forget my problems
- A.
  Never
- B.
  Rarely
- C.
  Sometimes
- D.
  Often
- E.
  Always
6.
I do not spend time with my family members because I prefer using my device
- A.
  Never
- B.
  Rarely
- C.
  Sometimes
- D.
  Often
- E.
  Always
7.
I have spent more and more time on my device
- A.
  Never
- B.
  Rarely
- C.
  Sometimes
- D.
  Often
- E.
  Always
8.
I feel upset when I am asked to stop using my device
- A.
  Never
- B.
  Rarely
- C.
  Sometimes
- D.
  Often
- E.
  Always
9.
My parents try to stop or limit me using my device, but they fail
- A.
  Never
- B.
  Rarely
- C.
  Sometimes
- D.
  Often
- E.
  Always
10.
I am sleeping less because I am using my device
- A.
  Never
- B.
  Rarely
- C.
  Sometimes
- D.
  Often
- E.
  Always
11.
When I do not have my device, I think about what I do on it (video games, social media, and texting, etc.)
- A.
  Never
- B.
  Rarely
- C.
  Sometimes
- D.
  Often
- E.
  Always
12.
I feel frustrated when I cannot use my device
- A.
  Never
- B.
  Rarely
- C.
  Sometimes
- D.
  Often
- E.
  Always
13.
I have problems with my parents about the amount of time I spend using my device
- A.
  Always
- B.
  Often
- C.
  Rarely
- D.
  Sometimes
- E.
  Never
14.
Using my device is the most important thing in my life
- A.
  Never
- B.
  Rarely
- C.
  Sometimes
- D.
  Often
- E.
  Always
15.
Using my device is more enjoyable than doing other things
- A.
  Never
- B.
  Rarely
- C.
  Sometimes
- D.
  Always
- E.
  Often
16.
I lie to my parents about what I do on my device
- A.
  Never
- B.
  Rarely
- C.
  Sometimes
- D.
  Often
- E.
  Always
17.
I am not able to control using my device
- A.
  Never
- B.
  Rarely
- C.
  Sometimes
- D.
  Often
- E.
  Always
18.
I have lost interest in hobbies or other activities because I prefer using my device
- A.
  Always
- B.
  Often
- C.
  Sometimes
- D.
  Rarely
- E.
  Never
19.
When I stop using my device, it is not long before I start using it again
- A.
  Always
- B.
  Often
- C.
  Sometimes
- D.
  Rarely
- E.
  Never
20.
I check my device when I am doing homework or other important things
- A.
  Never
- B.
  Rarely
- C.
  Sometimes
- D.
  Often
- E.
  Always
21.
I feel frustrated when I am asked to stop using my device
- A.
  Never
- B.
  Rarely
- C.
  Sometimes
- D.
  Often
- E.
  Always
22.
I argue with my parents when they ask me to stop using my device
- A.
  Never
- B.
  Rarely
- C.
  Sometimes
- D.
  Often
- E.
  Always
23.
I spend too much money on things for my device
- A.
  Always
- B.
  Often
- C.
  Sometimes
- D.
  Rarely
- E.
  Never
24.
Using my device makes me feel better when I feel bad
- A.
  Sometimes
- B.
  Always
- C.
  Often
- D.
  Never
- E.
  Rarely
25.
I continue using my device despite the fact that my grades at school are getting lower and lower
- A.
  Never
- B.
  Rarely
- C.
  Sometimes
- D.
  Often
- E.
  Always
26.
Whats your Gender?
- A.
  Boy
- B.
  Girl

Quiz Outcomes

1.
You are a responsible digital citizen
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Well done! According to your responses you appear to be a responsible digital citizen! You are in control of your digital devices usage. Because too much of anything is bad, it is great that you seem to use technology just enough and it does not affect your life negatively. Keep it this way. It is important that you use technology in the right ways as you grow, learn and develop.
2.
You can benefit from implementing a Digital Media Diet
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According to your responses it appears that you can benefit from creating a plan with your parents. This will help guide how you use digital devices and technology in a more responsible way. While digital devices are good you want to avoid becoming addicted to them so they do not affect your overall development or affect your school work. In additio, if managed properly now you will ensure that you do not become addicted or become negatively affected. Be intentional about your screen time limits. You can email me yetty@LagosMums.com for specific guide
3.
Take action now to manage your dependence on digital devices
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Hey there! Based on your responses, you need to take some steps immediately to manage your dependence on your digital devices. Spending excessive time on screens and devices has long term negative effects on a child's brain and development. It is important for you to create limits and put steps in place to reduce your usage. If your mood is affected, make sure to speak to your parents or school counsellor immediately. Talk to your parents urgently about this so they can help you. You can also email yetty@Lagosmums.com if you have specific questions.

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