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Drake Teo, 14, with a gecko at Lazarus Island, and seven-year-old Mika Mimrah, who has been attending a multi-sports programme since he was five.

Drake Teo, 14, with a gecko at Lazarus Island, and seven-year-old Mika Mimrah, who has been attending a multi-sports programme since he was five.

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SINGAPORE – While festive gatherings like Chinese New Year are a time for socialising and bonding with family, it is not unusual to see children and teenagers spending their time on digital devices instead of participating in conversations or engaging with others.

They may be distracted by their screens, scrolling through social media, playing games or watching videos.

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