A new study shows how teen boys are exposed to gambling. Roblox’s age verification fails miserably. TikTok won’t get banned, but still sparks controversy.
Social media giants face juries to determine if algorithms or content posted is the culprit in declining mental health.
Teens rate the things they value most. The pros and cons of #RichTok. What should parents know about ChatGPT Health?
Is it possible for teens to spend too little time on social media? YouTube makes it possible for parents to block YouTube Shorts on teen accounts. What do parents need to know about the Tea app?
Roblox rolls out age verification. People are using Grok to create sensual pictures of women and young girls. How to get a free copy of Plugged In’s Tech Guide.
As a parent, how can you navigate technology, protect your children while also teaching them practical. biblical screentime habits?
The number of teens online “almost constantly” is dropping. Merriam-Webster’s Word of the Year is “slop.” Study says smartphones harm preteens’ health.
There are several very prominent problems with phone use at night. And though you may have heard them before, let’s quickly review …
Oxford Dictionary’s Word of the Year is “rage bait.” Research shows that online forums can render positive experiences. TikTok’s “flip camera trend” may be a form of bullying.
The number of 12th grade students who say they want to marry someday is decreasing. What is “mogging”? What should parents know about Character.AI’s new “Stories”?
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