Download the Guide (PDF) Live streaming service Twitch continues to defy the short-form video trend that’s popular among teens. Twitch’s interactive streams, which feature everything from live video gaming, music performances and makeup tutorials to “just chatting,”...
By Trisha Prabhu “So Twitter is now X? What does that actually mean? What’s going on?” Hi there, and welcome back to another week of Ask Trish! Happy August! (Can you believe we have just 5 months left in 2023? This year has truly flown by.) I hope you’re all well...
By Kerry Gallagher Constantly scrolling social media or seeking out news “is increasing our anxiety by feeding into this belief that if we have enough information, we can control what happens,” said Jacqueline Bullis, PhD, a clinical psychologist in McLean Hospital’s...
Download the Guide (PDF) The FBI has reported a “huge increase” in sextortion scams targeting teens, especially boys 14 to 17. According to the Cyberbullying Research Center, 5% of teens have been the target of sextortion, and only one-third told their parents. The...
Guidance for parents and young people on cyberbullying, including advice for ending (or preventing) the cycle of aggression. For a more comprehensive look, see A Parents’ Guide to Cyberbullying. For kids and teens Know that it’s not your fault. What...
By Kerry Gallagher, JD and Larry Magid, Ed.D. Download the Full Guide (PDF) Read the Top 5 Questions Download the Quick-Guide (PDF) We hear a lot about misinformation, disinformation and “fake news,” but whatever you call it, it’s a symptom of much larger problems,...
