Emily studied film and writing when she was in college. And when she isn’t being way too competitive while playing board games, she enjoys food, sleep, and geeking out with her husband indulging in their “nerdoms,” which is the collective fan cultures of everything they love, such as Star Wars, Star Trek, Stargate and Lord of the Rings.
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?
As much as one might enjoy solving a good mystery, there’s a fair bit of content slop to muck through in Netflix’s The Residence.
While no Game of Thrones, Amazon Prime’s lavish take on the popular fantasy series adds some problems to an already adult-oriented saga.
This film about one soldier trying to cope with the loss of another soldier is heartwarming and heartbreaking, but it’s got a lot of gritty, R-rated content, too.
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 participants intentionally asphyxiating themselves until they pass …
Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob franchise hasn’t gotten less annoying with age. But you might be surprised at the unexpectedly strong pro-marriage message this film delivers.
Hot Wheels Let’s Race emphasizes teamwork, kindness and mind-blowing races for the little thrill seekers in your family.
Great American Pure Flix’s medical show brims with the relational drama this genre is known for, while avoiding tawdry and suggestive storylines and content.
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?
We debated. You voted. And now, you can find out who won the 2025 Plugged In Movie Awards!
Running Point sort of gives off Ted Lasso vibes, with just as many problems. But this basketball-themed comedy won’t score with families.
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?”
Win or Lose is far from a home run. Will it round the bases and slide into your home? It’ll be up to you to say whether this lands fair … or foul.
