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The Importance of Listening - What Policing Taught Me About Understanding & Communicating with Youth About Their Use Of Technology
Before reacting to tech use, parents should listen first—kids want to feel heard, not fixed. Listening builds trust, connection, and stronger guidance.
The White Hatter
Jan 4, 20253 min read
Age Verification Laws Facing Significant Legal Challenges & Also Causing Unintended Consequences - Some Current Case Studies
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.
The White Hatter
Jan 3, 20254 min read
Youth, Teens, Technology & Social Media - Emotional Appeals vs Evidence Based Research
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.
The White Hatter
Jan 1, 20259 min read
No! It Rude to Ask for A Nude: A Digital Tool for Teens to Fight Back
Teens are overwhelmed by pressure to send nudes—so The White Hatter created a digital tool to help them push back against unsolicited image requests.
The White Hatter
Aug 29, 20221 min read
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