On the Radar: The ‘Heatwave Freezer Hack’, ‘Sadfishing’ and Drowsy Driving Teens
Does the “heatwave freezer hack” work? What is “sadfishing”? And how many teens are driving while drowsy?
On the Radar: ‘Blue Light Stare’, ‘Hot Rodents’ and Proven Ways to Curb Screen Time
What are ‘hot rodents’ and the ‘blue light stare’? And which screen time curbing tactics have actually proven effective?
Parental Controls: TikTok
How to set up Family Pairing on your teenager’s TikTok account and create a “view-only” experience for your kids and tweens.
On the Radar: Teens’ Views on Video Games, Social Media Impact on Streaming and Why Kids Reject Mom’s Advice
What do teens know about the negative effects of video games? Kids use social media to find new movies. And should you be worried if your child rejects your advice about school?
When AI Tries to Be Christian
What happens when an AI tries to be a Christian? And how should real Christians respond to all the AI hype?
On the Radar: Billie Eilish’s ‘Chihiro’, Calming Effects of VR and X’s X-rated Content
What do parents need to know about the trending Billie Eilish song? Some positive effects of VR usage. And X’s new NSFW policies.
On the Radar: ‘Grid Zero,’ Instagram’s ‘Close Friends’ and YouTube’s ‘Playables’
What are “grid zero” and “close friends” on Instagram? And how will YouTube new “Playables” affect teen’s screen time?
On the Radar: Tweens and Dating Apps, Teenage Caffeine Use, and the Cassette Tape Trend
Why are 11-year-olds on dating apps? How much caffeine is too much for teens? And why did my teen ask if I had a Walkman?
On the Radar: TikTok Alternatives, Therapy-Speak, and How Social Media Breaks Impact Body Image
What TikTok alternatives are teens seeking as a potential ban looms? What is therapy-speak? And is it helpful or harmful?
On the Radar: ‘Oil Pulling’, Popular Teens’ Sleep Habits and Mental Health Awareness Month
Is “oil pulling” safe? Do “cool kids” sleep worse? And tips on using Mental Health Awareness Month as a tech reset.