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Balancing Fun, Learning, and Safety in Digital Age

Technology can boost learning, creativity, and connection when used mindfully and in moderation. Ov...

The Subtle Peer Pressure of “Digital Aesthetics” for Kids

Children and teens today are increasingly influenced by “digital aesthetics”—the curated images, vid...

The Hidden Mental Load of Digital Tasks in Kids

Children today navigate an increasingly digital world, where managing emails, apps, notifications, o...

Why Teaching “Silence Online” Is a Powerful Skill

Teaching “silence online” helps children and teens develop digital resilience by knowing when not to...

Digital Friendships with AI Characters — A Growing but Overlooked Concern

AI characters are becoming everyday companions for young people, offering comfort and connection—but...

The Quiet Risk of “Micro-Targeted Content” for Kids

In today's digital world, ads are practically unavoidable. From pop-up ads on your daily Wordle to s...

Smart Kids in a Digital World: Essential Safety Tips for Parents

In today’s tech-driven world, digital parenting is no longer optional—it’s essential. From smartphon...

Understanding the Social Pressure Behind Group Messages

In the age of instant communication, group chats have become ubiquitous in both personal and profess...

Digital Well-Being—Preventing Kids from Becoming Emotionally Dependent on Likes

The power of likes on the brain is tremendous. Today a likes have become a requirement among kids an...

Raising Sharp Thinkers—Helping Kids Identify Deepfakes and Edited Photos

If you’ve ever watched a video online and thought, “Wow, that looks so real!” you’re not alone. Now ...

Teaching Kids to Spot Manipulative Game Design

There are so many apps, games, and websites that children and young people enjoy using online. While...

The Hidden Risks of AI Chatbots for Kids

Like it or not, AI is everywhere — if you use the internet, you’re probably using AI in some fashion...