Mar 10, 2026
By Kerry GallagherTwo topics are becoming dominant in teen boys’ social media video feeds: Looksmaxxing and ZYN. If these two terms are new to you, read on. In a previous Digital Wellness Tip, we talked about how social media algorithms serve up content that is...
Mar 3, 2026
By Kerry GallagherIf you’ve never heard of pink slime journalism, you’re not alone. The term describes websites that look like legitimate local news outlets but are actually funded to push a political agenda. Like processed “pink slime” meat made to resemble ground...
Feb 25, 2026
By Kerry Gallagher The content teens consume online significantly shapes their developing body image. While often viewed as a “girls’ issue,” boys face unique pressures regarding lean, muscular, and tall ideals. To help parents navigate...
Feb 18, 2026
By Kerry Gallagher The American Academy of Pediatrics left behind “screen time recommendations” years ago because technology allows us to communicate, organize, learn important skills, and find entertainment. The AAP acknowledges, “Digital media includes television,...
Feb 10, 2026
By Kerry GallagherParents are always thinking about how they can help their kids and teens use technology in a way that promotes well being. To celebrate Safer Internet Day, ConnectSafely partnered with National PTA to create a 1 hour conversation that includes...
Feb 3, 2026
By Kerry GallagherCommon Sense released new research in which they found, “Smart toys with voice-based AI chatbots promise interactive learning and companionship for young children, but these connected devices introduce serious developmental, privacy, safety, and...
