Kids don't need fear-based restrictions. They need digital literacy to learn how to build safe and healthy relationships with technology. Key Points Warning labels and restrictions don’t teach kids to... read more →
With over 50% of 11-year-olds already owning smartphones, tweens are not too young to learn effective digital literacy practices to safely navigate their digital world. Key Points: Tweens face emotional... read more →
Online personas crafted by parents can hinder a child's identity development. Key Points Sharenting, even with the best intentions, can violate a child's privacy and disclose personal information. Social media... read more →
Use parental controls like training wheels to keep young players safe KEY POINTS Gaming can be a healthy pastime, fostering resilience, social skills, and cognitive development. Many consoles and gaming... read more →
Make sure your kids have the skills and strategies to deal with violent and distressing content in the media. Key points Social media is flooded with violence and carnage from... read more →
Dr. Pamela Rutledge is available to reporters for comments on the psychological and social impact of media and technology on individuals, society, organizations and brands.