Student Digital Wellbeing Diagnostic Tool

YOUR OVERALL PERFORMANCE:

You Scored:

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Let's break it down:

PILLAR 1- Digital Borders and Boundaries

Your Score: /40

 

Most of the time...

  1. I turn small, hand-held digital devices (such as a phone, laptop, computer, touchscreen, tablet, gaming console) off at least 60 minutes before I need to fall asleep.
  2. My bedroom is a tech-free zone.
  3. I wait at least 10 minutes before I turn on my phone/laptop/tablet in the morning, OR I don’t use devices at all in the morning.
  4. My tech-time doesn’t interfere with my relationships with friends and family members and personal commitments.
  5. I can control when and how much time I spend with devices during a ‘typical’ week.
    I have restrictions about where I can use devices at home.
  6. If I see something inappropriate or scary online, if I am cyberbullied, or have a predator approach me, I would go and tell a trusted adult.
  7. I don’t wear headphones and/or use a smartphone when I’m a pedestrian.
NameYou're off-course to
the D-RIVE ZONE
(DIGITALLY THRIVING) 		You're on your way to
the D-RIVE ZONE
(DIGITALLY THRIVING) 		In the D-RIVE ZONE
(DIGITALLY THRIVING)
8-15 16-29 30-40
You need to create some digital boarders and boundaries around your tech habits to protect your health and wellbeing. You've started to implement some habits and behaviours around where, when, and how you'll use technology. Keep making small changes. Well done. You have established some firm digital boundaries and borders that will protect your health and wellbeing.

PILLAR 2- Neuro-Performance Principles

Your Score: /40

 

Most of the time...

  1. I get at least 90 minutes of sunshine each day (where I can).
  2. I don’t have any trouble switching off devices when my parents/carers or teachers ask me to do so, or when I choose to do so.
  3. I avoid multitasking when I’m studying or doing homework online.
  4. I resist multitasking when I’m online for leisure (gaming, watching TV, social media etc)
  5. I do my most challenging, important homework or study when my focus and energy are at their peak.
  6. I pause before I post information or images or videos online (your ‘digital DNA’)
  7. I’m physically active at least 60 minutes a day.
  8. Most nights I get 9-11 hours of sleep (if I’m aged 5-13 years) or 8-10 hours (if I’m aged 14-17 years)
You're off-course to
the D-RIVE ZONE
(DIGITALLY THRIVING) 		You're on your way to
the D-RIVE ZONE
(DIGITALLY THRIVING) 		In the D-RIVE ZONE
(DIGITALLY THRIVING)
8-15 16-29 30-40
You digital habits may be having a negative impact on your brain and capacity to learn. Are there some small changes you can make so you're spending less time on your devices? You've started to implement some great habits and behaviors that will keep your brain and body thriving. What other changes can you make to keep this momentum? Congratulations! You have incorporated a range of daily habits that look after your brain and body.

PILLAR 3- Dominate Digital Distractions

Your Score: /40

 

Most of the time...

  1. I’ve turned off any non-essential alerts and notifications on the devices I use.
  2. I’ve set up VIP notifications and know how to bundle notifications to come at a time that suits me.
  3. I know how to turn off the auto-play feature on YouTube and other video streaming services.
  4. I know how to activate Do Not Disturb mode on a tablet or smartphone or other strategies so I’m not disturbed when working on challenging and important tasks.
  5. I don’t use my phone or other digital devices during meal times.
  6. I don’t use my phone or other digital devices when I’m socialising with my friends or family.
  7. I know how to switch devices to airplane mode when required.
  8. I can focus for roughly the same time in minutes, as my age (for example, if you’re 14 you can focus for approximately 14 minutes).
Needs Improvement On your Way In the D-RIVE ZONE
8-15 16-29 30-40
Hello! Your attention is under serious threat. Your focus would significantly improve if you implemented some simple strategies to minimise digital distractions. Your focus could be further enhanced if you implemented some strategies to protect your attention when studying or learning online. Well done, you've disabled most digital distractions. Continue to optimise your focus as this is THE superskill of the 21st Century.

PILLAR 4- Digital Disconnection

Your Score: /40

 

Most of the time...

  1. I am bored from time to time each week.
  2. I am involved in non-tech activities (sporting, creative, community) each week.
  3. There are rules and restrictions on what and when I can access content on digital devices at home.
  4. I avoid using technology when I’m feeling big emotions like anger, anxiety, sadness, frustration, boredom.
  5. I have a set spot in the house where digital devices go overnight. 
  6. I would be okay if I went on a holiday with no WiFi or Internet coverage.
  7. I can easily turn off digital devices when I feel like I’ve had enough, without an adult nudging me to do so.
  8. I eat most meals without using technology.
Need Improvement On your Way In the D-RIVE ZONE
8-15 16-29 30-40
Your wellbeing and health would significantly improve if you ensured you had regular time to unplug from technology. Your health and wellbeing are well supported by your digital habits, but could be further enhanced if you ensured that you had more time to digitally-disconnect each week. Well done, your health and wellbeing is supported by your current digital behaviours. Continue to prioritise disconnection and recharging to ensure your continued health and wellbeing.
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