Claims that social media “rewires” kids’ brains misrepresent research. The brain adapts—what matters is balance, guidance, and informed tech use.

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.

Comparing parental phone use to secondhand smoke lacks evidence. Mindful tech habits matter—let’s focus on balance, not fear-based headlines.

A Nanaimo Grade 7 class proves tech in schools builds skills, confidence, and creativity—banning it would mean missing real-world learning.

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.

History shows abstinence-only approaches fail. For teens & tech, harm reduction, digital literacy, and guidance work better than bans or delays.

Teens view tech with balance. To support them, we must listen, collaborate on rules, and empower them, not control them, with digital literacy and trust.

Evidence shows school phone bans don't improve well-being. Balanced policies, not outright bans, better support student safety, learning, and mental health.

Lighthouse parenting blends guidance, trust, and independence—helping kids safely navigate tech without overprotecting or micromanaging.

hifting from "toxic masculinity" to “healthy gender expectations” helps teen boys engage in positive growth without feeling attacked or alienated.

In 2025, two key risks for youth: the rise of the manosphere targeting boys, and tech-driven radicalization—both demand urgent, informed adult guidance.

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.

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 Wisephone is a minimalist, sandboxed smartphone ideal as a child’s first phone—no social media, no browser, fully parent-controlled and distraction-free.

Teen vaping remains high in Canada, with 29% having tried it and 12% of older teens vaping daily—despite bans, black market access persists.

Despite concerns, bullying—especially cyberbullying—has remained stable or declined post-COVID; clear definitions, education, and early support are key.

Focus on screen activity, not screen time; use the “Power of Three” (creative, social, physical) to build balanced, healthy digital habits in youth.

Mediated parenting, not fear or free rein, helps youth build digital literacy, safety, trust, and responsibility in today’s “onlife” world.

Teens love social media for entertainment, connection, and self-expression. It's not good or bad—like a hammer, it's all in how it's used. Balance is key.