These days, it has become a growing trend to see an upsurge in the amount of time young kids (7-11 years) spend watching TV or playing video games or both, throughout the world. There is a wide range of factors that are responsible for the change. On the bright side, this problem can be remedied, provided some effective measures are taken. This essay will shed light on the impacts these addictions have on not only children but also, family and society, and the solutions to remedy the same.