Making them realise how much time they are spending in front of a screen. It is best to ask a child to set a timer when using an electronic gadget. It can effectively reduce their spending too many hours on the internet.n2. Avoid being overly strict. Confiscating devices will only give rise to unnecessary rifts. It is best to set easy-going restrictions on not using the gadget for more than an hour. Do not allow the child to use any devices after dinner.n3. Increasing family time and engaging them in conversations helps reduce internet addiction. Most children have shifted to digital media boredom. Discuss work, school, or current affairs to check their digital temptation.n4. If the child is too young, it is best to find an alternative digital media to keep them engaged. Use comic books, colouring books, train sets, lego sets, or board games to engage young children.n5. For teenagers, substitutes can be fictional or non-fiction novels, weekly magazines, playing indoor games, etc.n6. Exposing kids to hobbies like baking, cooking, painting, calligraphy, and craftwork is also helpful in eliminating screen time and internet addiction.n7. Parents can make use of reward techniques. For example, if the child does not use the video game throughout the day, they will get to eat their favourite dinner, or if they do not use the mobile phone after dinner, they can get a surprise gift. These can work wonders in internet usage.