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Google’s Gemini AI Coming to Kids Under 13 — What Parents Need to Know
Google's AI chatbot Gemini is now accessible to kids under 13 by default, raising safety concerns and putting responsibility on parents after the fact.

The White Hatter
May 34 min read


Teens and the Rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
AI isn’t a threat—it’s a tool. Youth need support to use it wisely, think critically, act ethically, and understand both its power and its impact.

The White Hatter
Apr 236 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


What Does The Evidence Shows Us About The Use Of Smartphones, Social Media, and Teen Suicide - Debunking Another Recent Fear-Based Claim
The claim that screen time directly causes teen suicide is false; global data shows teen suicide rates are declining, and the issue is multifactorial.

The White Hatter
Mar 184 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 Myth of "Children Becoming a Different Species" Due to Cellphones, laptops, and Social Media - What The Heck!
Claims that tech is turning kids into a “different species” are fear-based, not fact-based—digital literacy, not panic, is the key to healthy tech use.

The White Hatter
Feb 286 min read


From "No" to "Know": Why Strategically Saying “Yes” Can Build Trust and Strengthen Your Credibility as a Parent or Caregiver
Saying “yes” more often builds trust with your child, encourages open dialogue, and helps guide them safely through their digital world.

The White Hatter
Feb 265 min read


Adults Behaving Badly Online: What's Their Excuse & How Is This Affecting Youth
If adults want youth to behave better online, we must lead by example—kids don’t need more blame, they need better role models. Walk the walk.

The White Hatter
Feb 245 min read


First It Was The Phones, Now Some Want To Ban All Tech In The Classroom
Don’t ban tech—guide its use. With strong pedagogy, digital tools can enhance learning when used intentionally alongside traditional methods.

The White Hatter
Feb 234 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


Empowering Youth Through Positive Technology Use: A Visit to The White Hatter Studio
Quarterway students visited The White Hatter studio, showcasing how youth can use tech creatively and positively with the right mentorship and support.

The White Hatter
Feb 182 min read


It's Not All Doom & Gloom - How Youth and Teens Are Harnessing Technology and Social Media for Advocacy and Empowerment
Youth use social media for activism, creativity, and connection—when guided responsibly, it becomes a powerful tool for empowerment, not just a risk.

The White Hatter
Feb 184 min read


Frightening vs. Dangerous: Helping Kids Navigate Technology with Confidence
Don’t confuse fear with danger—help kids build digital resilience through guidance, not bans, so they learn to navigate online risks safely and confidently.

The White Hatter
Feb 157 min read
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