Tech debates are often polarized for profit or politics—parents need balanced, informed approaches that prioritize their kids' real needs, not extremes.

Tech isn't all good or bad. Balance, guidance, and gradual exposure—not fear or extremes—help kids build safe, healthy digital habits.

Beware fear-based claims on tech and youth brains—use evidence, not emotion, to guide parenting decisions in the onlife world.

Before reacting to tech use, parents should listen first—kids want to feel heard, not fixed. Listening builds trust, connection, and stronger guidance.

Age-verification laws in the U.S. face legal blocks and fuel VPN use. Real youth safety online comes from education, not ineffective or rushed legislation.

In 2025, two key risks for youth: the rise of the manosphere targeting boys, and tech-driven radicalization—both demand urgent, informed adult guidance.

Banning tech out of fear risks harm. Evidence, not emotion, should guide how we empower youth to navigate today’s digital world safely and responsibly.

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

If an article cites a study without linking or naming it, be skeptical—parents must verify claims to avoid fear-based decisions and model digital literacy.

Brick transforms iPhones into safer, minimalist devices with a tap—ideal for youth. Simple, affordable, and customizable, it supports parental control.

“Unlocked” debunks fear-based screen myths with research-backed insight, promoting healthy, reflective tech use for families in today’s digital world.

Haidt's book simplifies youth mental health to phones/social media, but evidence shows it's a complex issue needing nuanced, research-based solutions.

Pink Shirt Day raises awareness, but teens say it lacks real impact. Addressing bullying needs year-round action, not just symbolic performance activism.

The Wisephone is a minimalist, sandboxed smartphone ideal as a child’s first phone—no social media, no browser, fully parent-controlled and distraction-free.

Teen vaping remains high in Canada, with 29% having tried it and 12% of older teens vaping daily—despite bans, black market access persists.

Online sextortion, often targeting teen boys, uses tactics like threats, grooming, deepfakes, and AI to extort nudes or money—urgent awareness is vital.

Despite concerns, bullying—especially cyberbullying—has remained stable or declined post-COVID; clear definitions, education, and early support are key.

Gaming isn’t inherently harmful—balanced use shows social, cognitive, and emotional benefits; problematic gaming is rare and rooted in deeper issues.

Dopamine isn’t digital heroin—online behavior is complex, and problematic use isn’t the same as addiction; evidence calls for balance, not fear.

Focus on screen activity, not screen time; use the “Power of Three” (creative, social, physical) to build balanced, healthy digital habits in youth.