Thousands of schools were affected by a cyberattack on Canvas. AI toys continue to flood the market. “Stressful” becomes America’s describer for 2026.
The parental concerns of yesteryear are faded in today’s light, surpassed by a unified fear of screen time. Why is that?
Online prediction markets move to block underage users. A new study shows that AI models that consider user feelings get facts wrong.
Study suggests that personalized algorithms can lead users to wrong conclusions and a false sense of understanding.
What does YASBM mean? Do all the studies about Gen Z apply to your teen? How is screen time affecting your child’s heart?
Do social media bans work? Energy drinks could cause heart problems in teens. Girl Scout survey says girls are scared about growing up.
Teens feel pressure from peers to join social media. Apple and Google both failed to remove “nudify” apps from their stores. Studies say sharing meals as a family can reduce risk of substance abuse.
A new study suggests that teens who have good, loving family bonds will likewise have a better shot at a happy life.
Sycophantic AI chatbots validate bad behaviors. Pre-workout supplements lead to sleep loss. OnlyFans ‘models’ promote pornography as valid career choice.
Meta and YouTube lost a landmark social media case. What is the “auramaxxing” trend? How are sugary drinks increasing anxiety?
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