Substance use declines among teens; Kids Online Safety Act still in flux; channeling adolescent anxiety about money in healthy directions.
Why are pickles suddenly sparkly? Why are tween girls using anti-aging products? How an influencer got arrested for a prank.
The dictionaries have all released their Words of the Year. Should teenagers even be using protein powders? What scams should families look out for this holiday season?
YouTube, TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat are the top social media apps among teens. Christian parents aren’t setting a good example for social media use. And kids should steer clear of the trending “Superman challenge.”
Knowing how your teen communicates via text may help you connect with them better. The TikTok ban was upheld by a federal appeals court. And ‘brain rot’ is Oxford’s Word of the Year.
Two-thirds of social media influencers don’t fact check before posting. Teens with self-harm behaviors are more heavily influenced by social media posts about the topic. What is the “pink tote lid” trend?
Isolation raises “threat alert” in teens. The new castor oil trend perpetuates toxic diet culture. What do parents need to know about the social media app Bluesky?
Check your Lunchly for mold before eating. Why Gen Z is “crashing out.” And what parents need to know about the steroid Tren.
TikTok documents show addiction to its short-form videos takes a mere 35 minutes. A new study shows people who spend four or more hours on screens have a higher incidence rate for depression. Australia ponders a social media ban for sub-16s.
Snapchat is the most popular social media app for child grooming. Trying the Dancing with the Stars leg lift could cause injury. Collins Dictionary names “brat” its Word of the Year.
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