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Ask Trish: Reclaiming Our Humanity on Social Media

Hey Trish, sometimes social media can feel so removed from our genuine, lived experiences humans. How can we be more human online?

Google Doubles Down on Sleep Sensing

I have to admit, I’m a bit obsessive when it comes to sleep technology.

Ask Trish: Fun and Safe Live Streaming

Trish, how can I have a fun and safe livestream on Insta or YouTube?

Up Too Late on Screens? Here’s How to Start the Conversation.

Advice to parents hoping to help their teens develop healthy screen habits.

Apple, Google Offering Compromises on Controversial Age Assurance Policies

Regulators and even some technology companies are calling for “age assurance” technologies.

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Social Media Can Contribute to Despair about War but also Provide Relief

Like many people, I’ve spent a lot of time in front of my phone, computer and TV, focused on the war in Ukraine. On some TV news programs, it’s literally the only subject covered, sometimes in minute detail.

Video: TikTok’s Director of Creator Community

ConnectSafely CEO Larry Magid and Youth Advisor Trisha Prabhu spoke with Kudzi Chikumbu, TikTok’s Director of Creator Community, about the “secret sauce” for TikTok success.

Safer Internet Day: Programs for Home & School

We’re particularly proud of the experts and influencers we’ve lined up for this year’s program. Videos and other resources for families and schools are free and available now.

Ask Trish: Making Digital Resolutions

Me, thinking to myself earlier this week: “What’s the one thing I want to leave the Ask Trish community with in 2021?”

Generosity is Great, But Be Cautious When Giving to Charity

“Giving Tuesday,” which is now behind us, is really the start of the end-of-the-year holiday giving period. Unfortunately, this season of generosity also brings out online scammers.

Facebook Not Alone in Embrace of ‘Metaverse’

As you’ve undoubtedly heard, Facebook has renamed itself Meta. Some people thought that was in response to the company’s recent troubles, but a company the size of Facebook doesn’t go through a major rebranding in a matter of weeks. It’s clearly been on the drawing board for months, if not longer.

Digital Wellness is Physical Wellness

Physical wellness is often associated with sleep, nutrition, and exercise but your technology habits are also having an influence.

Avoiding ‘Zoom Fatigue’

Over the past couple of years there has been an increased focus on screen time. Much of this has to do with the pandemic that has forced both adults and children into video meetings and learning during times when it was considered unsafe to gather in person.

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Parent, Educator & Youth Guide to LGBTQ Cyberbullying

64% of LGBTQ+ respondents have been harassed online.

Do Passwords Really Protect Us?

Online security expert Andrew Shikiar of FIDO Alliance talked to us about phishing, vishing, social engineering, and what’s wrong with passwords. “Simply put, passwords aren’t up to the task.”