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Perspective 2025 - What 10 Teens from Around the World Taught Us About Their Use Of Technology & Social Media
Teens aren’t tech-zombies—they want guidance, not bans. They’re using tech thoughtfully and ask adults to engage, not judge, in their onlife journey.
The White Hatter
May 1, 202516 min read
How TikTok Has Become a Gateway to OnlyFans Other hyper-sexualize & Pornographic "Pay-for-Play" Streaming Services
TikTok’s algorithm can funnel teens—especially boys—toward adult content and subscription platforms like OnlyFans; parents must stay aware, involved, and talk early.
The White Hatter
Apr 26, 20255 min read
From Digital Rabbit Holes to Digital Black Holes: How Algorithms Are Changing the Way Youth and Teens Access Content Online
Today’s internet doesn’t wait for kids to find danger—it pushes it to them. Teach youth how algorithms work so they scroll with awareness, not passivity.
The White Hatter
Apr 25, 20257 min read
The Rise of “Looksmaxxing” And How Teen Boys See Themselves
Looksmaxxing may seem like harmless self-improvement, but for some teen boys, it becomes a toxic gateway to insecurity, obsession, and online radicalization.
The White Hatter
Apr 24, 202511 min read
Masculinity Influencers Are Shaping How Young Men See Themselves—And It’s Affecting Their Mental Health:
Masculinity influencers are shaping how teen boys see themselves—parents must engage, expand the definition of manhood, and support critical, emotional growth.
The White Hatter
Apr 23, 20254 min read
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 22, 20255 min read
Parents, Be Wary of Pseudo-Science Presented As Evidence-Based Brain Research
AI-generated “brain scans” from the Matter app aren't peer-reviewed science—they're creative guesses, not proof tech is rewiring your teen's brain.
The White Hatter
Apr 20, 20255 min read
Tech Literacy vs. Digital Literacy
Tech literacy is knowing how to use tech; digital literacy is knowing how tech shapes us—don’t ban it, teach students to navigate it critically and ethically.
The White Hatter
Apr 19, 20256 min read
When Teachers Are The Target for Misogynistic Behaviour By Students
Misogyny in schools—whether directed at students or teachers—must never be normalized. Respect is non-negotiable, and every school must make that clear.
The White Hatter
Apr 16, 20255 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 11, 20255 min read
Meta Makes Some Updates To Teen Accounts - A Step in the Right Direction, But More Needs To Be Done!
Meta’s teen safety features are a step forward, but tech alone isn’t enough—parental involvement and stronger platform accountability are both essential.
The White Hatter
Apr 9, 20255 min read
We All Need Friends Like This - How A Friend Is Helping A Family In Crisis When Their Child Went Missing
A concerned adult, not police, may have saved two trafficked teens by using digital sleuthing—proof that proactive, informed parenting truly matters.
The White Hatter
Apr 7, 20255 min read
The Onlife Shift - How Social Media Has Transformed Connection and Why Digital Literacy Rather Than Banning Is More Crucial Than Ever for Our Kids
Digital literacy isn’t optional—it’s survival. In today’s AI-driven, algorithm-curated, data-harvesting onlife world, our kids need critical thinking, not bans.
The White Hatter
Apr 5, 20258 min read
More Than Just Boys: How Toxic Online Influencers Are Shaping Teen Girls Too!
Online toxicity targets both boys and girls—hyper-masculinity and hyper-femininity alike distort self-worth. Teach youth to think critically and value authenticity.
The White Hatter
Mar 26, 20253 min read
Should You and Your Child Watch The Netflix’s Series Adolescence? - Our Review
Netflix’s Adolescence raises key issues like toxic masculinity, online radicalization, and youth identity—but it’s fiction, not policy. Talk, don’t panic.
The White Hatter
Mar 21, 20259 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 20, 20254 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 19, 20253 min read
Why Restricting Technology Until 16 Will Not Keep Youth and Teens Safer - From “Delay Is The Way” To “Pave The Way”
Delaying tech access doesn't equal safety—instead, guide kids early with digital literacy, open dialogue, and supervision to build lifelong online skills.
The White Hatter
Mar 15, 20254 min read
The Coffee Shop Conversation That Reinforced an Important Truth About Kids and Tech
Outright tech bans don’t stop kids from going online—they just push them to do it in secret and without guidance. Teach safe, responsible use instead.
The White Hatter
Mar 14, 20253 min read
The Power of Peer Influence: How Youth Marketing Has Evolved Beyond Traditional Advertising
Teen influencers drive modern marketing, blurring lines between ads and authenticity—teaching kids media literacy helps them spot and resist hidden sales tactics.
The White Hatter
Feb 25, 20255 min read
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