Sensational headlines often misrepresent research. Parents should seek facts, not fear, and question whether studies show real harm or just statistical noise.

Great onlife parenting isn’t about tech expertise—it’s about balance, presence, curiosity, and guiding kids to use technology mindfully and responsibly.

Today’s youth are tech-savvy, but true intelligence comes from guiding them to use tech critically—for deeper thinking, not just quicker answers.

Laws mean little without enforcement. To truly protect youth online, we need real accountability—and financial penalties—for negligent tech platforms.

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.

AI tools like grief and therapy apps pose new risks to youth. Innovation must prioritize safety, not profit—especially when vulnerable lives are at stake.

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.

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.

Social media’s shift to community fact-checking risks bias, misinformation, and confusion—parents must teach kids critical thinking and digital literacy.

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.