Screen Addiction Coaching and Workshops for Schools
Fighting The Growing Challenge of Phone Dependency in Classrooms
Unfortunately, mobile phones have become an almost permanent fixture in schools, and studies suggest young people are now spending over 35 hours online every week. Ofcom also reports that 4.1% of the population already shows signs of social media addiction, and these figures are expected to continue rising.
For teachers, this presents a daily battle. Lessons are interrupted by buzzing phones, pupils struggle to focus for even short periods, and classroom discipline becomes harder to maintain. Teachers are increasingly left feeling powerless as screen dependency undermines their ability to teach effectively.
Parents, too, face mounting difficulties. Many report arguments at home about phone use, late-night scrolling that robs children of sleep, and an increasing sense of disconnection from their own sons and daughters. Even when families set boundaries, relentless social pressure and addictive app and game design make those limits difficult to enforce.
The result is a cycle of stress, frustration, and exhaustion for both parents and teachers, as they fight to reclaim children’s attention in a world designed to keep them glued to their screens.
Signs Your Students Might Be Affected by Screen Addiction
As educators, recognising the signs is the first step towards early intervention. You may notice:
– Reduced attention span and difficulty concentrating in class
– Irritability, mood swings, or anxiety when not allowed access to a phone
– Falling behind in academic performance
– Withdrawing from face-to-face social interactions
– Fatigue issues caused by late-night gaming or scrolling
– Constant checking of phones, even during lessons
– Loss of interest in hobbies or sports they once enjoyed
About Rebel Therapies
Rebel Therapies was founded in 2017 by Munur Shah, after witnessing first-hand the emotional toll of screen addiction within his own family. What began as a deeply personal journey grew into a powerful mission: to help children, families, and schools restore balance in a digital world.
Our team brings together accredited coaches, therapists, and mentors who are specialists in screen harm and behavioural change. Our behavioural and belief change talks, workshops, training and courses are trusted by schools, universities and councils, including the University of Oxford and Barnet Council. Munur is also the author of Screen Addict: Parenting Success Stories That Will Change Your Life, which encompasses his years of research with real-life family case studies and their solutions.
Munur and his specialist team have delivered screen addiction talks and masterclasses to various schools in the North London and Hertfordshire area, including:
Queen Elizabeth’s School
The University of Oxford
Christ Church College
Ashmole Academy
Yavneh College
How Rebel Therapies Can Help and Support Schools
At Rebel Therapies, we understand the pressures educators face when managing screen use in schools. That’s why we provide practical support tailored to your needs.
Our founder, Munur Shah, is a dynamic public speaker whose style is engaging, compassionate, and deeply relatable. He combines lived experience with years of research into the psychological and social impacts of screen addiction.
His talks cover:
– The science behind screen harm and its effects on learning and mental health
– Practical strategies to manage screen use in and outside of school
– Inspiring stories that help students, staff, and parents take action
We deliver whole-school assemblies, teacher training, and parent workshops, each tailored to the unique needs of your school community. Drawing on years of expertise in screen addiction therapy, coaching, and motivational speaking, Munur Shah engages audiences with a style that is both relatable and transformative. His sessions don’t just raise awareness, they inspire lasting change by giving students, parents, and teachers the confidence and practical tools to build healthier screen habits.
Alongside these sessions, our structured, CPD courses provide schools with a clear framework to embed digital wellbeing strategies that make a genuine, long-term impact.
Our Courses and Masterclasses
Our programmes are designed to be suitable for students, teachers, and parents alike and range from quick one-off workshops to 5-part intensive courses ideal for teachers wanting to make a real difference.
Combat Screen Harm & Addiction Masterclass
Focused sessions for schools, councils, and businesses.
Combat Screen Harm & Addiction Short Course
Awareness and coaching tools to support children in managing screen habits.
Combat Screen Harm & Addiction Course
In-depth sessions and strategies for long-term change.
Therapy and Coaching
One-to-one or small group support with our accredited practitioners and screen addiction experts.
“Combat Screen Addiction taught me to build a better relationship with my children regarding how we talk to each other about their social media and gaming habit, and how we can all make informed choices about what we do online.”
Amy Robins, mum of 2 teenage girls
Further Resources for Schools
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