Fake news site mimicking CBC used Howie Mandel clickbait to promote a scam—always check URLs, verify stories, and teach kids to think critically online.

After online harms, focus on emotional support and open dialogue—not just banning tech—to help youth build resilience and navigate the digital world safely.

Claims that tech is turning kids into a “different species” are fear-based, not fact-based—digital literacy, not panic, is the key to healthy tech use.

Saying “yes” more often builds trust with your child, encourages open dialogue, and helps guide them safely through their digital world.

Teen influencers drive modern marketing, blurring lines between ads and authenticity—teaching kids media literacy helps them spot and resist hidden sales tactics.

Tech-facilitated abuse is real. With expertise, victims can reclaim control, but systemic change is urgently needed to support and believe their experiences.

Banning tech over fear ignores its benefits—like meds, swimming, or walking, risks exist, but smart guidance builds resilience and safe, informed use.

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.