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Small Screen-Habit Changes Make a Big Difference
A study by the University of Bath shows that even relatively modest adjustments to screen time can yield big benefits.

Like and Subscribe: YouTube’s Growing Influence on Children
YouTube just might be the most influential form of media your children engage with. It’s up to parents to help them navigate it.

The Plugged In Show, Episode 128: Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness – Why Is One Storytelling Universe Not Enough Anymore?
First, everything you need to know about the new Dr. Strange film. Then we’ll dive into a broader conversation about the multiverse itself. Believe it or not, these sorts of stories come with some theological implications, too.

Adult Cartoons Aren’t Safe for Teens – Or Adults for That Matter.
Adult cartoons have been popular since the ’80s, but why?

Best Movies Streaming for Families in May 2022
Check out what we have to say about these family-friendly films streaming this month.

Reducing Screen Time: A Surprisingly Simple Strategy
Is it better to quit cold turkey or simply reduce the amount of time spent on your smartphone daily?

The Plugged In Show, Episode 127: Digging Into Disney’s Worldview … Plus: Father Stu
Can people change? What about whole corporations? The answer to both is yes—though some might say change isn’t always for the better.

Mere Availability: Movie Based on the Life of C.S. Lewis Comes to Streaming Platforms and DVD
Plugged In Movie Award winner The Most Reluctant Convert: The Untold Story of C.S. Lewis is now available to stream and purchase!

The Plugged In Show, Episode 126: Exploring the New Common Sense Media Census…Plus: Elden Ring
What’s different about teens’ screen time this year? And why is the new game Elden Ring so popular?

How Social Media Distorts Reality
We live in a world full of competing ideas, opinions and perceptions about what’s what in the world. So how do we form our own opinions? And how does social media influence that process?
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