Is Zepeto a safe app? How does the “half-swipe” affect teenage Snapchat users? Will ads make BeReal like every other social media platform?
Whether or not TikTok is banned, parents should remain vigilant. Why are parents talking about Chappell Roan on social media? What new parental control features have been added to Roblox?
Does mouth taping actually improve sleep? Are ‘bed parties’ a good way to celebrate college acceptance? Can playing esports be beneficial to your child?
Why are teens more vulnerable to social media-based phishing scams? Teen boys and girls face different pressures depending on their gender. What should your teen expect with AMBER Alerts now shown on TikTok?
What does it mean to “want someone’s nachos?” The link between screen use and becoming nearsighted. And developers learn that teens don’t care about sex or romance in video games.
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
Join us for Plugged In’s Screen Fast 2025, which officially kicks off today!
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?
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?”
Maybe you’re wondering why a fast from screens would be a good thing to do. Here are three surprising benefits of doing a screen fast …
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