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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


Parenting and Technology: Lead as a Lighthouse Parent Instead of a Detached, Helicopter, or Snowplow Parent
Lighthouse parenting blends guidance, trust, and independence—helping kids safely navigate tech without overprotecting or micromanaging.

The White Hatter
Jan 135 min read


Community-Based Fact Checking and What It Means for Your Family’s Safety When It Comes To Content Moderation - What Parents & Caregivers Need To Know About This Political Shift
Social media’s shift to community fact-checking risks bias, misinformation, and confusion—parents must teach kids critical thinking and digital literacy.

The White Hatter
Jan 124 min read


Rethinking The Term “Toxic Masculinity”: How Language Shapes Conversations with Teen Boys
hifting from "toxic masculinity" to “healthy gender expectations” helps teen boys engage in positive growth without feeling attacked or alienated.

The White Hatter
Jan 115 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


Questioning the Narrative About Technology's Impact on Growing Brains, Even When It Comes from a Ph.D. Presenter – A Recent Case Study
Beware fear-based claims on tech and youth brains—use evidence, not emotion, to guide parenting decisions in the onlife world.

The White Hatter
Jan 55 min read


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 43 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 19 min read


Online Teen Friendships - Trust But Verify, An Important Message For Parents and Caregivers
Online friendships can be safe and meaningful—if verified. Open dialogue, due diligence, and trust-building help teens form healthy, secure connections.

The White Hatter
Dec 30, 20243 min read


Why Toronto Police Didn't Lay Charges Against a Teen Who Created AI-Generated Porn
A teen made AI deepfake nudes of peers but faced no charges due to legal gaps, highlighting the urgent need for law reform and digital ethics education.

The White Hatter
Dec 29, 20243 min read


Parenting in the Onlife World: Why You Should Question Un-cited Studies In Parenting Articles & The Media
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.

The White Hatter
Dec 29, 20244 min read


The "Brick" - Product Review: A Device To Turn A Fully Functioning iPhone Into A Hybrid Minimalist Phone
Brick transforms iPhones into safer, minimalist devices with a tap—ideal for youth. Simple, affordable, and customizable, it supports parental control.

The White Hatter
Jul 2, 202410 min read


"Unlocked" by Dr Pete Etchells - Book Review: The Real Science of Screen Time (and how to spend it Better)
“Unlocked” debunks fear-based screen myths with research-backed insight, promoting healthy, reflective tech use for families in today’s digital world.

The White Hatter
Apr 2, 20245 min read


The Anxious Generation – Book Review: "How The Great Rewiring Of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic Of Mental Health”
Haidt's book simplifies youth mental health to phones/social media, but evidence shows it's a complex issue needing nuanced, research-based solutions.

The White Hatter
Mar 29, 202414 min read


Pink Shirt Day - A Different Perspective
Pink Shirt Day raises awareness, but teens say it lacks real impact. Addressing bullying needs year-round action, not just symbolic performance activism.

The White Hatter
Feb 6, 20234 min read
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