by Jessica Ivins | Sep 13, 2018 | Uncategorized
In a world where 95% of teenagers have access to a smartphone, social media has become a dominant part of most social lives. In fact, nearly half of those kids admit to checking their phones constantly throughout their waking hours, anxious to stay current with the... 
by Darien Laird | Aug 24, 2018 | Internet, Mobile Apps, Parenting, Screen Time, Social Media, Uncategorized
“Everything in the world has a dark side and a brighter side, and technology is no different. Technology is neutral, social media itself is neutral. It’s just whether you choose to use it for good, or you choose to use it for evil.” As a mom of four kids, with... 
by Jessica Ivins | Aug 13, 2018 | Uncategorized
The number of teenage girls being treated at the hospital for self-inflicted injuries has nearly doubled in the past two decades, and doctors say the pressures of social media are contributing to the disturbing trend. Hospitalizations for self-harm in the United... 
by Jessica Ivins | Aug 9, 2018 | Internet, Mobile Apps, Parenting, Screen Time, Social Media, Uncategorized
Cellphones and laptops are a major distraction for students in a classroom setting, to the point where the devices are impacting their grades. That’s according a new study out of Rutgers University, which revealed students who use their cellphones and laptops... 
by Jessica Ivins | Jul 30, 2018 | Uncategorized
Technology is a force that will not be denied – one that continues to become more influential and prevalent in our lives and the lives of our children. We already know that too much time in front of a screen can lead to long-term mental, social and emotional... 
by Jessica Ivins | Jul 19, 2018 | Internet, Parenting, Screen Time, Social Media, Uncategorized
In an increasingly digital world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed as a parent trying to keep up. But a new parenting style outlined in a recent study could be effective in managing screen time in the home. The American Academy of Pediatrics warns that too much...
