What to do when your kid posts inappropriate content online
Kids posting inappropriate content online is bound to happen. From scantily clad photos to polarizing points of view to racist memes, chances are your child or someone they know will post something that can have serious backlash not only at the time of posting, but for years to come thanks to their digital footprint. In […]
5 things that happen to your kids when they use social media
When we were growing up, we had it lucky when it came to social media (or lack thereof). Today, social media has catapulted into conversations surrounding increased bullying, violence, low self-esteem and even suicide. Kids today are living in the social media era, meticulously documenting their lives on various platforms like Instagram, Facebook and Snapchat […]
How to navigate fake news with your kids
You’ve probably seen it on Facebook. Someone posts a “news” story that is shocking, maybe scary, but definitely something that you’re going to click on to read. But … unless it’s coming from a credible news source like major news organizations, magazines, newspapers or TV news programs, there’s a chance that the information isn’t accurate. […]
Finsta: Does your child have a secret Instagram account?
There’s a new trend in Instagram, and your children may not be letting you in on it: Finsta, which stands for Fake Instagram. Finsta is a term teens have coined to describe a workaround to avoid the oversight of parents checking in on their Instagram accounts. In other words, Finsta is a secret Instagram account […]
Is your child crying out for help online?
Is your child crying out for help online? Social media isn’t just a vortex where people scroll endlessly, post selfies and look for inspiration. The world of social media can be a dark place … and there’s a chance that parents can miss vital cues that give insight into the lives of children. Simply put, […]
The one documentary every parents with teens should watch right now
One of Netflix’s latest documentaries, Social_Animals dives deep into the world of three teenagers whose lives have changed because of social media. There’s Kaylyn, a 15-year-old whose rise to internet fame and her journey into fashion is documented; Humza, a daredevil photographer known for stunning images from unfathomable — and dangerous heights — in New […]
Dangerous Messaging Apps: 6 Messaging Apps Your Teen Is Using that you need to know about
With new applications and social media sites introduced all the time, it is difficult to stay on top of the potential dangers our children are facing. But this is the reality of raising kids in a digital world. As parents, it is our responsibility to stay educated on what apps are out there and to […]
Twitter Privacy: What You Need to Know About the Twitter Reporting Update
Twitter and their messy user privacy track-record: In recent years, the tech industry has faced a slew of privacy issues and Twitter is no exception. The social media giant has had a tarnished record that is chalk-full of privacy breaches and scares. This list continues to grow. Here are some of the recent breaches, just […]
5 Things Parents Need to Know About Snapchat
Within the inescapable world of social media, Snapchat is another one of the popular apps included in your teenager’s social media diet. Although it’s prevalent among most 12–18-year-olds, many parents do not fully understand the features, capabilities, and possible dangers this app presents. While Snapchat isn’t fundamentally dangerous, like any social media platform, who uses […]
Is The Momo Challenge a hoax? The danger is real
Various media outlets are saying the Momo Challenge is a viral hoax. So, are children around the world being told subliminally, through graphic, frightening images, to kill themselves? Whether or not MOMO is true, the reality is, keeping your kids safe from hateful online messages and predators is more difficult and complex than protecting them […]