The Importance of Parental Controls in a Digital Age
So your child has been gifted a brand-new gadget! While these gadgets offer many educational and entertainment opportunities, they also bring up concerns for parents regarding screen time, online safety, and content control. Finding a healthy balance between screen time
What parents need to know about sexting
The children of today are growing up in a world of technology and social media that is very different to the world we grew up in. It is important that as parents, educators and carers, we all understand the pressures
Is it safe for children to have online friends?
In the digital age, online friendships have become a significant part of our children’s lives. Today’s world can make it hard for children to play outside and make friends that way; we are more concerned about safety and more aware
Would a child psychologist recommend BeReal for Kids?
There’s an argument that all social media should BE REAL. With the quest to shoot the perfect selfie or present an idyllic lifestyle, at some point in time, we have all been tempted by the urge to ‘delete that and try
Keeping Your Child Safe From Dangerous Social Media Challenges
Written by Aaisha Rahim What you will learn: The dangers of social media trends How to keep your child safe online Current dangerous social media trends to be aware of We’ve all heard the news about 12-year-old Archie Battersbee, a tragic and
How to Keep Pre-Teens Safe Online: Advice for Parents
As the world becomes increasingly digital, children are at risk of the emotional dangers of social media. Pre-teens, especially those transitioning from primary to secondary school, maybe the most vulnerable. It is essential for parents to understand how to protect their