On the Radar: The ‘Blackout Challenge,’ Terrible Teen Habits and Teenage Deepfake Victims
Parents Worldwide Sue TikTok for Fatal ‘Blackout Challenge’ What? The “blackout challenge” (also known as the “choking game/challenge,” the “fainting game” and “Space Monkeys”) involves participants intentionally asphyxiating themselves until they pass out, with the intent of inducing a sense of euphoria. So What? The online challenge first went viral on TikTok in 2021 (even […]
On the Radar: ‘Door Knock Challenge,’ NarcTok and New Apple Parental Control Features
What are the dangers of the viral ‘Door Knock Challenge?’ Are your teens being influenced by NarcTok on TikTok? What do Apple’s latest parental control features offer?
The 2025 Plugged In Movie Awards: Who Won the Pluggies?
We debated. You voted. And now, you can find out who won the 2025 Plugged In Movie Awards!
On the Radar: Fine Motor Skills, ‘Chuzz’ and the ‘Nocebo Effect’
Screens are affecting kids’ developing fine motor skills. “Chuzz” is yet another way to insult women and teen girls online. Has your teen fallen victim to the “nocebo effect?”
On the Radar: Let Them, Grandma Hobbies and New Instagram Comments Features
Should teens follow the “let them” mindset? What are “grandma hobbies”? What do parents need to know about Instagram’s new comments features?
Plugged In Movie Awards: Best Christian Movies (2025)
The Plugged In Movie Awards are back. This week, our nominations for Best Christian Movies!
On the Radar: School Bops; Teens and AI; and the Snapchat Filter Era Trend
If a song is called a “bop,” that’s a good thing. If your daughter is called one, it’s an insult. Many teens have been duped by AI. Why people are sharing old videos of their kids online.
The 2025 Oscar Nominations: Better Never Than Late
No matter which films win on March 2, families lose with this year’s Oscar nominations.
On the Radar: Bored Teens, Antisocial Behaviors in Boys and Safety Over Popularity
Social media may be why teens are bored. Antisocial behavior in teen boys is linked to early exposure to violent content. Teens nowadays prioritize safety over popularity.
Plugged In Movie Awards: Best Movies for Teens (2025)
The Plugged In Movie Awards are back. This week, our nominations for Best Movies for Teens!
