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Parenting Tips for Protecting Children & Teens from Cyberbullying

Robert Myers, PhD — Fri, 22 Mar 2024 13:54:15 +0000

In today’s digital age, parents play a vital role in protecting their children and teens from cyberbullying. With the prevalence of digital devices and the […]

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Friend or Foe? Pros and Cons of Technology in the Classroom

Robert Myers, PhD — Wed, 30 Aug 2023 13:43:19 +0000

Technology has become deeply ingrained in our everyday lives, and the classroom is no exception. From laptops and tablets to interactive whiteboards and educational apps, […]

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Screen Time Guidelines – Screen Overload?

Robert Myers, PhD — Fri, 11 Aug 2023 15:31:36 +0000

In today’s digital age, screens have become an integral part of our daily lives. From smartphones and tablets to computers and televisions, screens are virtually […]

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How to Help Your Teenager Improve Their Body Image

Pamela Myers, BSEd — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 18:48:38 +0000

Everyday, teenage boys and girls are bombarded by unrealistic portrayals of beauty and masculinity. These visual assaults come from advertising companies by way of social […]

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6 Things to Consider When Monitoring Your Family’s Screen Time

Pamela Myers, BSEd — Mon, 06 Feb 2023 18:49:24 +0000

Kids today spend much of their time in front of a screen, be it on a phone, TV or computer. Technology has many positive […]

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4 Social Media Apps that All Parents Should Know About in 2018

Monica Foley, M.Ed. — Thu, 19 Jul 2018 15:50:08 +0000

With new social media applications launched every day, it’s often difficult for parents to stay informed and monitor which are the safest and which are […]

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Keep Your Kids Safe: Tips to Avoid the Biggest Dangers

Pamela Myers, BSEd — Thu, 21 Jun 2018 15:45:13 +0000

Being a parent always comes with a certain amount of anxiety. Today, the news is full of horrific tales of school shootings […]

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Learn How to Tackle Technology with Children in the Digital Age

Pamela Myers, BSEd — Wed, 12 Jul 2017 14:07:19 +0000

It’s impossible to ignore the fact that the coming generations will be growing up with more and more technology. It’s everywhere and impossible to hide […]

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How to Keep Children Safe Online In Six Steps

Parenting Today Staff — Fri, 26 May 2017 16:00:17 +0000

The Internet has become a part of everyday life, and it’s hard for the younger generation to imagine a day without it. As well as […]

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How to Keep Your Child Active During Summer Break

Pamela Myers, BSEd — Mon, 01 Aug 2016 19:00:26 +0000

Remember when you were a kid dreaming of summer days spent hiking, fishing, and playing outdoors? Childhood looks a lot different today than it […]

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When to Give Your Child a Phone

Pamela Myers, BSEd — Thu, 02 Jun 2016 15:25:57 +0000

While phones used to be a luxury of the rich or the province of the parents, it has since become common for children to have […]

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4 Ways to Keep Your Child Safe on the Internet

Parenting Today Staff — Thu, 29 Oct 2015 18:01:07 +0000

When your child was younger, you taught him or her how to look both ways before crossing the street, to avoid talking to strangers, and […]

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Have You Had ‘The Talk’ with Your Teen: Security in a Digital Age

Parenting Today Staff — Mon, 10 Aug 2015 14:53:03 +0000

Parents, it’s time to have “the talk” with your teen. No, not the conversation about the birds and the bees, the social media talk. The […]

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The Pros and Cons of Giving a Mobile Phone to a Teenager

Parenting Today Staff — Thu, 16 Jul 2015 16:50:29 +0000

Most teenagers own a mobile phone. Some are able to buy their own phone from the money they earn from working part-time, but the more […]

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Cool Education Resources for Parents to Discover

Pamela Myers, BSEd — Wed, 08 Jul 2015 11:36:50 +0000

Are you the cool parent who discovers new tech treats before anyone else? Are you constantly on the hunt for educational tools that combine learning […]

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5 Child-Friendly Apps to Encourage a Love of Storytelling

Pamela Myers, BSEd — Tue, 30 Jun 2015 03:02:08 +0000

Does your child have a vivid imagination? Do they love telling tales of curious creatures? Thanks to storytelling apps, your child can turn their imaginary […]

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