Tech Trap Resources
Learn about Persuasive Technology, the 5 apps that kids use to hide apps, and the scoop about TikTok from Deborah Berry, author of The Tech Trap.
Resources
Rules 'N Tools
Safety rules and software tools to protect your children online from ProtectKids.com.
Effects of Digital Media on Executive Functioning Skills
Children, Executive Functioning, and Digital Media: A Review, 2020
How Much Screen Time is OK?
Article by Common Sense that addresses this question including guidelines from the American Academcy of Pediatrics and the World Health Organization.
Regularly Schedule Days of Unplugging
Use this link to get a family DIY kit to help reinforce the need to take regularly scheduled days of unplugging from technology
Screen Time Guidelines
Use the screen time guidelines and the health tech rules to help keep your children's brain development on track.
Common Sense Media
Read about Children up to Age 8 and, Executive Functioning, and Digital Media: A Review, 2020
reSTART
The first inpatient Internet addiction program in the United States.
Appropriate Ages to Talk About Sex
Age appropriate books to talk to Your Kids About Sex
How to Talk to Your Teen About Sexual Relationships
Talking to your teen or young adult about sexual relationships will give them helpful information, and also show them you are comfortable talking to them about this important topic