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

“The internet never forgets” isn’t always true—content can fade, be deleted, or forgiven. Teach resilience, not fear, to help youth grow from online mistakes.

Online toxicity targets both boys and girls—hyper-masculinity and hyper-femininity alike distort self-worth. Teach youth to think critically and value authenticity.

The claim that screen time directly causes teen suicide is false; global data shows teen suicide rates are declining, and the issue is multifactorial.

Many call kids the "anxious generation," but it's often parents reacting out of fear. Most youth navigate tech well—what they need is guidance, not panic.

Kids don’t need a screen ban—they need balance. Offline time fuels creativity, while online tools build skills. Guidance, not fear, creates success.