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Parents, Caregivers, and Educators Do You Know What “BOP” Stands For, & What The BOP House Is?
BOP House glamorizes monetized sexuality to teens, masking risks as empowerment; parents must guide youth with critical, open, judgment-free dialogue.

The White Hatter
Apr 225 min read


“If You Loved Me, You Would…” – Helping Teens Navigate Digital Boundaries in Relationships
Digital love shouldn’t demand passwords—true trust respects boundaries. Teach teens to spot coercive control disguised as romance.

The White Hatter
Apr 215 min read


Are We Really Listening to Teens About Their Use Of Technology, or Just Using Their Voices as Soundbites?
Teens aren’t clueless about tech—they’re thoughtful, aware, and deserve to be heard. Real inclusion means listening to their full experience, not just soundbites.

The White Hatter
Apr 115 min read


Unsafe and Unsupported: Are Some Schools Failing Girls Who Report Sexualized Threats?
When schools fail to act on sexual threats, they prioritize offenders over victims, undermining safety and reinforcing a culture of fear and gender-based harm.

The White Hatter
Mar 244 min read


The Unintended Consequences of Banning Cellphones & Social Media Until 16: What Happens When Teens Use Them in Secret?
Banning phones until 16 can backfire—teens go underground, take more risks, and stop asking for help. Education, not fear, keeps them safer online.

The White Hatter
Mar 214 min read


Why Tech Bans Ignore The Fact That Youth and Teens Are More Than Just Consumers
Banning tech assumes kids are passive consumers—but today’s youth are creators, entrepreneurs, and activists. Restricting access hinders growth, not harm.

The White Hatter
Mar 204 min read


Parents Can’t Keep Up with Their Kids on Social Media - YES, You Can!
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.

The White Hatter
Mar 193 min read


Who Really Is The Anxious Generation?: It’s Not Our Kids, It’s Us Parents and Caregivers
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.

The White Hatter
Mar 175 min read


Helping Youth and Teens Develop Creativity, Imagination, and Critical Thinking On and Offline - Finding Balance
Kids don’t need a screen ban—they need balance. Offline time fuels creativity, while online tools build skills. Guidance, not fear, creates success.

The White Hatter
Mar 165 min read


The Rise of Tech-Facilitated Abuse: When No One Believes You - A Case Study in Digital Control and Harassment
Tech-facilitated abuse is real. With expertise, victims can reclaim control, but systemic change is urgently needed to support and believe their experiences.

The White Hatter
Feb 214 min read


Social Media, Technology & Youth - Managing Online Risks
Banning tech over fear ignores its benefits—like meds, swimming, or walking, risks exist, but smart guidance builds resilience and safe, informed use.

The White Hatter
Feb 206 min read


The Case for Technology in Classrooms: How a Canadian Gr 7 Class is Paving the Way for Future Careers
A Nanaimo Grade 7 class proves tech in schools builds skills, confidence, and creativity—banning it would mean missing real-world learning.

The White Hatter
Jan 253 min read


A Balanced Perspective By Teens on their Use Of Technology & Why Their Voice Matters
Teens view tech with balance. To support them, we must listen, collaborate on rules, and empower them, not control them, with digital literacy and trust.

The White Hatter
Jan 174 min read


Evidence Based Resources That Support A Balanced "Restricted" Approach, Rather Than A "Banning" Approach, To The Use of Cellphones & Laptops In Schools
Evidence shows school phone bans don't improve well-being. Balanced policies, not outright bans, better support student safety, learning, and mental health.

The White Hatter
Jan 164 min read


Why Teens and Young Adults Are Downloading Other Chinese Apps: A Case of Malicious Compliance Over A Potential TikTok Ban In The US
Teens are downloading other Chinese apps in protest of a potential TikTok ban, highlighting flaws in performative policy and demanding broader digital reform.

The White Hatter
Jan 145 min read


Words Matter: Why We Should Rethink the Label “Dumb Phone” and Embrace The Label “Minimalist Phone”
Calling it a “minimalist phone” instead of a “dumb phone” empowers kids to see tech simplicity as a smart, intentional choice—not a limitation.

The White Hatter
Jan 104 min read


Whack-A-Mole: Why Parental Control Apps Often Fail and What A Parent or Caregiver Can Do Instead
Minimalist phones like Wisephone help parents avoid “whack-a-mole” battles by offering kids safe, age-appropriate tech without web or social media access.

The White Hatter
Jan 93 min read


Can The Kitchen Be Used Strategically To Teach Youth On How To Use Technology With Intention?
Using tech in the kitchen with purpose—like cooking together using recipes—can spark connection, creativity, and meaningful family bonding.

The White Hatter
Jan 84 min read


The Polarization Of Youth Technology Use: Who Really Benefits?
Tech debates are often polarized for profit or politics—parents need balanced, informed approaches that prioritize their kids' real needs, not extremes.

The White Hatter
Jan 75 min read


Parenting in the Onlife World - Finding A Balance and Challenging The Myths Between Fear and Opportunity!
Tech isn't all good or bad. Balance, guidance, and gradual exposure—not fear or extremes—help kids build safe, healthy digital habits.

The White Hatter
Jan 66 min read
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