Posts Tagged ‘#parenting’
Being Intentional With Technology: How We Introduced Our Kids to Social Media and Devices
Raising kids in a fast-moving digital world is hard—here’s the intentional plan our family used to make it manageable.
Read MoreRethinking ADHD Diagnoses in the Age of Infinite Scroll
A Shape the Sky supporter emailed me an article suggesting there may be more than one type of ADHD. The title grabbed me immediately:
“Rethinking ADHD Diagnoses in the Age of Infinite Scroll: When attention problems aren’t hardwired — they may be downloaded.”
The Gift of Being Bored
Boredom isn’t wasted time — it’s where creativity begins.
Read MoreTalkie App: What Parents Need to Know
AI chat apps like Talkie blur the line between connection and exploitation. They’re designed to feel personal, emotional, and romantic — and that’s what makes them risky.
Read MoreFrom Notes to Snaps: Why Teen Dating Looks Different Today
Over the past 30 years, the world has changed in ways that impact how teens connect. We’ve gone from passing notes to sending Snaps, from flirty conversations to flirty memes, from “dating” to simply “talking to”—whatever that really means.
Read MoreBack to School Season Doesn’t Have to Be Stressful, These Tips Can Help
Back-to-school is always a mix of excitement and stress, but it can also be a chance to reset, reconnect, and build healthy habits for the year ahead.
Read More16 Billion Passwords Leaked
Kids are especially vulnerable. They often don’t think their online accounts matter much, but even something like a stolen Instagram login can lead to identity theft, blackmail, or impersonation.
Read MoreThe Rise of Virtual Pop Stars: What Luo Tianyi Means for Today’s Youth
As technology reshapes how youth connect, express, and even fall in love—this trend of virtual celebrities, AI companions, and digital relationships is one we can’t afford to ignore.
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