Join us as we convene the brightest minds in research, medicine, child psychology, education and advocacy for the youth experience online to jumpstart a national conversation around healthy online behaviors and to give parents the tools they need to to raise kids who can confidently and safely navigate the online world.
Parenting experts explore the interplay between mental health and online life — and offer practical advice on how to bridge generational divides and be a positive and present resource for our kids. They'll explore the upsides and the downsides of digital spaces — and give you the tools to consider what your child is or isn't ready for online.
Bestselling author and clinical psychologist Lisa Damour joins co-host Reena Ninan for a live episode of their popular podcast, Ask Lisa. They'll tackle the top digital-themed concerns they hear from parents: around social media, video games, phones, porn and more — and help us check in on our own families' digital well-being. Get your questions ready!
Young movers and shakers share their experiences and perspectives, from how their online lives have evolved and how they protect their mental health online, to what they would like to see from parents, the tech industry and government. What do they want parents to know about when to back off, when to worry, and what it's like to live online today?
Nearly half of US teens today say they've been harassed or bullied online. Experts assess the landscapes of social media, video games, and texting to explore how bullying has evolved in recent years. They’ll help parents understand who is most at risk, how to look for signs your kid may be a target (or a cyberbully), what threats AI is adding, and when to bring in backup.
Emotions drive learning, decision making, relationships, and mental and physical health. Cultivating emotional intelligence in children begins with caregivers: (1) giving themselves and their children “permission to feel” and (2) being emotionally intelligent role models for their children. Dr. Brackett will release his latest research and a new tool in the How We Feel App to support parents in developing emotion skills.
You've read the headlines: Smartphones at school are under attack for allegedly driving students to distraction and harming academic performance. Teachers want phones gone, many parents want their kids reachable during the school day — and everyone wants what's best for this ultra-connected generation. How can we move forward on this hot-button issue — together?
What would online life look like if the most popular platforms were designed with kids' and teens well-being — and their ideas — front and center? What positive effects — from mental and physical health and self-esteem to improved relationships "IRL"— might we see if tech investors, designers, policymakers prioritized the voices and futures of their young users?
