Posts tagged boys
The ‘Manosphere’ and Its Profound Influence on Boys
The ‘Manosphere’ and Its Profound Influence on Boys

What is the “manosphere” and what influence is it having on our son’s perceptions of masculinity? In this article I define the manosphere and look at what led to the rise of this extremely influential, hate filled ideology. If you don’t think your son has been touched by this, think again. These influencers are everywhere - from YouTube to TikTok to Discord and Twitch. If your tween or teen son is online, they’re exposed.

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Parent Tips, Media LiteracyJulia StormReconnect/Julia Stormboys, YouTube, toxic content
Fortnite: The Obsession and What Parents Can Do About It
Fortnite: The Obsession and What Parents Can Do About It

A lot has been written about the addictive nature of Fortnite and parents are struggling to unplug their kids. The questions I field most from my clients are: Is Fortnite really addictive? Is my child too young to play it? And How do I tear my kid away without a massive tantrum? Let’s take a look…

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Video GamesJulia StormJulia Storm, Reconnectparenting, video games, boys, addiction, healthy boundaries, Fortnite, FOMO, screen time, contract Comment