Posts tagged social media
The Red Flags Every Child Needs to Know to Spot an Online Predator

Kids are spending way more time online in the past year and for many this means time in multiplayer games, online chat forums or social media platforms where strangers and friends mingle. If your child is spending time in Roblox, Minecraft, Discord, TikTok or any other social platform, they need to learn how to spot a potential child predator early.

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Helping Kids Manage Valentines Day in the Digital Age

For those parents whose kids are now in the teen stage of development gone are the days of crafting handmade valentines for the whole class and coming home with a big bag of candy. Those days have been replaced with what feels like a day for kids to gauge just how popular or unpopular they are. Read on for tips on how to support your child and help them make smart choices on this day.

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Teens are Buying Drugs on Social Media - Here's What You Should Know

When we were teenagers buying drugs meant venturing into uncomfortable and potentially dangerous situations - a natural deterrent. But these days, with social media acting as the intermediary, getting drugs is as easy as 1-2-3. Let’s look at where/how kids are getting a hold of drugs and how we as parents can help keep them safe.

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How to Develop a Healthy Relationship with Social Media

Social media, though barely more than a decade old, has evolved to play a huge role in our lives personally, culturally and politically. The question is how can we manage the addictive pull and questionable content so as to enjoy and maintain a healthy relationship to it? Whether for yourself or your kid, here are some important tips to get you started…

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