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8 September 2026 | NEWS
The Department of Education, the Director of Public Health, the Department of Paediatrics at the GHA, and the University of Gibraltar are conducting a survey aimed at understanding children’s screen time, video game usage, and spending habits on in-game purchases. The survey targets parents of children aged 5 to 17 to assess the potential risks associated with excessive screen time, particularly focusing on “loot boxes” in video games, which are considered by many to be a form of gambling.
This international research, conducted in over 25 countries, seeks to establish how widespread these issues are among school-aged children. The survey is part of a broader project that will later involve children themselves. The ultimate goal is to develop strategies to help parents manage their children’s screen usage and mitigate associated risks.
Participants can complete the anonymous survey online and have a chance to win one of 30 Hungry Monkey vouchers worth £20 each.
Take the survey here: Screen Time Survey for Parents
