Quality Family Time Support Child Development

Legal case manager Mark Spatz serves on the board for the organization, Golden Parents, in Palm Beach County FL. Beyond his philanthropic work, Mark Spatz is a doting husband and father who prioritizes quality time with his family.

On average, American families only set aside 37 minutes of quality bonding time per day. Experts have noted that short-durations of high-quality interactions are more beneficial for children than longer, less attentive periods of togetherness. Children from families that routinely schedule quality bonding time experience higher levels of self-esteem and lower stress levels. As a result, they are less likely to engage in disruptive behaviors and also perform better academically.

During family time, children learn important emotional skills that increase their resilience and ability to handle conflict. This can improve all family members' quality of life by reinforcing positive dynamics. These benefits carry into adulthood, as children from close families are more likely to exhibit healthy parenting styles.