Tag: Online Safety

  • Online Grooming & Platform Accountability: What Needs to Change

    Online grooming—where predators manipulate children through digital platforms—has become a growing threat, raising urgent questions about the accountability of the very platforms that enable this abuse. This conversation is both timely and critical, especially in light of the following alarming statistics.  Raising public awareness about online grooming and platform responsibility empowers parents, educators, and children…

  • What Is a Family Technology Contract and How to Create One

    If the popular sitcom The Big Bang Theory taught us anything (besides physics metaphors like Schrödinger’s cat), it’s that putting things in writing can prevent a lot of arguments later… or occasionally become the cause of new ones, but we’ll gloss over that. Just like Sheldon Cooper had a contract for everything from roommate rules…

  • Online Etiquette for Kids: Kindness in a Digital World

    “Teach love, generosity, good manners and some of that will drift from the classroom to the home and who knows, the children will be educating the parents.” — Roger Moore That wisdom rings especially true in today’s digital world, where online etiquette has become just as important as real-world manners. As kids spend more and…

  • Netflix’s Adolescence: What Parents Can Learn

    Netflix’s Adolescence isn’t just a show — it’s a reality check for parents everywhere. Television shows have quietly shaped our lives for decades. They’ve reflected the way we dress, the slang we use, the places we dream of visiting, and even the values we hold dear. From cheering for heroes to hating villains, from imagining…

  • What Is Manosphere, and Why Should Parents Be Concerned?

     “Let’s be very clear. Strong men – men who are truly role models – don’t need to put down women to make themselves feel powerful. People who are truly strong lift others up. People who are truly powerful bring others together.” – Michelle Obama, former First Lady of the US As a parent, you have…

  • What is Brain Rot and What Parents Should Know

    Back in 1884, Henry David Thoreau asked: “While England endeavours to cure the potato rot, will not any endeavour cure the brain rot – which prevails so much more widely and fatally?” Fast forward to 2024, and “brain rot” was voted Oxford’s Word of the Year (technically two words, but let’s ignore that).   And…

  • The Rise of ChatGPT and AI Chatbots: What Parents Need to Know

    Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming how we interact with technology, and one of the most significant advancements in recent years has been the rise of AI chatbots like ChatGPT. These chatbots can answer questions, help with homework, generate stories, and even simulate conversations. While these tools offer many benefits, they also raise concerns for…

  • Parental Controls for the Metaverse: Protecting Your Kids in Virtual Worlds

    As parents, we constantly seek ways to protect our children in every aspect of their lives. With technology evolving rapidly, one of the newest frontiers we must navigate is the metaverse. This interconnected digital universe is becoming a significant part of children’s social and recreational lives. While it offers exciting opportunities, it also presents unique…

  • TikTok Duet Feature: What Parents Need to Know

    TikTok’s Duet feature allows users to collaborate on split-screen videos, fostering creativity and engagement. However, it also exposes kids to privacy risks, cyberbullying, and inappropriate content. This guide explains how Duets work, potential dangers, and essential safety measures parents can take to protect their children while using TikTok responsibly.

  • Screen Time vs. Green Time: Balancing Digital and Outdoor Activities for Kids

    In today’s digital age, managing how much screen time children get has become a major concern for parents and educators alike. With the rapid rise of technology, children are spending more time on their devices than ever before. But as the “screen time” debate grows louder, another concept, “green time” is emerging as the perfect…