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Tips for Dealing with Teen Sexting
Also see: Teen Sexting: Quick-Guide for Parents and Teens “Sexting” usually refers to the sharing of sexually explicit images via mobile phones, but it can happen on other devices, too. First of all, research shows most teens don’t share sexually explicit images. And most of those who do experience no negative consequences. But for teens who do share sexually explicit images, there are both...
5 Tips for Keeping Your Teen Safe Online this Summer
By Kerry Gallagher Your teens will probably be around the house and have more downtime this summer than they do during the school year. That means ample opportunities to go online to watch videos, play games, and use social media. While they deserve a break to unwind...
Parent’s Guide to Education Technology
Education technology enhances learning by integrating digital tools, preparing students for future careers and responsible digital citizenship.
New Research & Resources for Online Wellness
It’s been a big week when it comes to resources for promoting wellness and helping protect children online. with new resources from Google and Instagram and a study from Common Sense Media.
ReThink Founder on How App Promotes Kindness & Decency
Rethink founder Trisha Prabhu is on a mission to help cultivate the next generation of responsible digital citizens.
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Does the Internet really make children unhappy?
By Sonia Livingstone Children and youngsters spend more and more time online (as do we all), often alone or at least...
Celebrate Bullying Prevention Month by being an 'upstander'
October is bullying prevention month — a time to think about how all of us can combat bullying, harassment and cruelty online and off.
Teen social media & mobile use helps maintain friendships
by Larry Magid
A majority (57 percent) of teens have met at least one new friend online while 29 percent say they have met at least five friends that way.
Teens and digital wisdom: Give them a round of applause
by Sue Scheff
We often hear negative news about teens and how they use digital media. But research shows that teens can actually show adults a few things about being cyber-savvy.
New Flickr 4.0 will store ALL your family photos for free and help you find and organize them
by Larry Magid It’s been years since I paid much attention to Yahoo’s Flickr but, with the new Flickr 4.0, it’s a...
Controversial anonymous app Secret to close
By Maureen Kochan Controversial anonymous app Secret, sometimes seen as the poster child for all that is wrong with...
Should I worry about my teens texting?
By Michael Rich, MD Q: I’ve noticed that many parents worry a lot about their children texting. But when we were kids,...
Setting screen-time limits – for parents
By Maureen Kochan: Turns out parents need to set screen-time limits – for themselves. If you have kids and digital...
Arkansas bill puts youth safety and privacy in jeopardy
By Maria Spencer The Arkansas Consumer Safety Division website includes social networking tips that warn its citizens...
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