“Eyes Fixed, Mind Lost” by Sunnie Skiles, M. D. is a powerful deep-dive into the modern screen-time crisis affecting children and families. Drawing from 35 years as a pediatrician, Dr. Skilles combines real stories, medical insight, and practical solutions to help parents understand how excessive screen use affects children’s physical health, emotional well-being, sleep, focus, social skills, family relationships, and academic performance. Proudly published by Citi of Books, this is now available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other major retail platforms.
Dr. Sunnie Skiles, a practicing pediatrician in California with 34 years of experience. She graduated from UC Davis School of Medicine and completed her residency at Phoenix Children’s Hospital and Maricopa Medical Center in Phoenix, AZ.
Dr. Skiles combines her extensive medical knowledge with practical advice from decades of helping families lead healthier lives.
Most of us have had that moment when we call our child’s name five times before realizing they’re too locked into a screen to hear us. Welcome to modern parenting, where tablets, TVs, and phones somehow sneak into every corner of family life. If this sounds familiar, “Eyes Fixed, Mind Lost” by Sunnie Skiles, M. D. is the book you didn’t know you needed. Written by a pediatrician with decades of experience, it offers a warm, eye-opening look at how screen time is shaping today’s kids—and what families can do to bring life back into balance.
What’s refreshing is that this book isn’t about shame or strict rules—it’s about understanding. Dr. Skiles shares real stories from families she’s treated, from toddlers glued to iPhones to teens spiraling into gaming addictions. She breaks down the why behind screen struggles in a way that instantly clicks for readers. The target audience? Parents, caregivers, and educators who want practical help, realistic routines, and science-backed strategies that actually work in real homes—not just theories on a page. It’s friendly, relatable, and full of “oh wow, that’s so true” moments.
One of the biggest takeaways is the moral lesson woven throughout: balance isn’t just a parenting goal—it’s a life skill. Screens aren’t the enemy, but letting them replace real-world experiences can slowly chip away at a child’s health, mood, confidence, and family relationships. And honestly, most adults know this feeling too—those days when our own phones drain our time, energy, and peace. The book gently reminds us that the habits we model become the habits our children carry into adulthood.
By the end, “Eyes Fixed, Mind Lost” by Sunnie Skiles, M. D. leaves you feeling empowered, not overwhelmed. You walk away with simple techniques, doable routines, and heartfelt reminders that reclaiming family life doesn’t require perfection—just consistency and connection. If you’re looking for a parenting book that feels like talking to a wise friend who “gets it,” this one deserves a spot on your nightstand. And trust me… once you read it, you’ll want every parent you know to read it too.
“Eyes Fixed, Mind Lost” by Sunnie Skiles, M. D. is now available for purchase through the links provided below: