Digital love shouldn’t demand passwords—true trust respects boundaries. Teach teens to spot coercive control disguised as romance.

AI scams now use cloned voices and deepfakes to impersonate loved ones—verify with personal memory questions, not safe words, to stay protected.

Digital chats aren't killing social skills—they're evolving them. Youth balance online and offline talk, building new ways to connect and express themselves.

TV shows like Adolescence dramatize worst-case school scenarios—real schools, especially in Canada, are often far more supportive and effective.

The myth that parents can’t keep up with kids online is false—and harmful. With curiosity and effort, caregivers can learn, guide, and stay connected.

Google isn’t built for kids—use safer search engines like Kiddle or WackySafe, enable controls, and guide young users through online experiences.

Claims that social media “rewires” kids’ brains misrepresent research. The brain adapts—what matters is balance, guidance, and informed tech use.

A recent study on violent TV in preschoolers shows minimal effect on teen aggression—too small to blame video games or claim media causes youth violence.

AI is being misused to exploit youth through deepfakes, sextortion, and chatbots—awareness, open dialogue, and quick action are key to protection.

Comparing parental phone use to secondhand smoke lacks evidence. Mindful tech habits matter—let’s focus on balance, not fear-based headlines.

A Nanaimo Grade 7 class proves tech in schools builds skills, confidence, and creativity—banning it would mean missing real-world learning.

No-tech sleepovers help protect kids from online risks, peer pressure, and inappropriate content, keeping the focus on safe, screen-free fun.

Help seniors stay safer online with managed routers, secure apps, and financial safeguards—preserve independence while reducing risk.

Most online abuse isn’t from strangers—it's often by someone the youth knows. Shift focus from “stranger danger” to “situation danger” for real online safety.

Reports of teens flooding 911 over a TikTok outage were false—sensational headlines fed stereotypes, not facts. No verified surge in calls occurred.

Some online safety stats are true but lack context. Misused data can cause fear. Parents need evidence-based, nuanced info—not shock tactics.

Today’s private youth chats aren’t private—tech makes them permanent, sharable, and exploitable. Parents must teach digital awareness and caution.

Biden warns of a tech oligarchy. While politicians debate TikTok, parents must stay vigilant to protect kids from online risks and corporate influence.

Online friendships can be safe and meaningful—if verified. Open dialogue, due diligence, and trust-building help teens form healthy, secure connections.

A teen made AI deepfake nudes of peers but faced no charges due to legal gaps, highlighting the urgent need for law reform and digital ethics education.