We call it “Screen-Scare-Do.” Screen-Scare-Do follows the same playbook as bullshido. Screen-Scare-Do is defined by how concern is communicated and leveraged. Screen-Scare-Do thrives on fear of technology. Screen-Scare-Do does something similar with selective data. Charts are shown without context. Screen-Scare-Do may look convincing. Like bullshido, it may even feel reassuring at first.

balance with injury prevention” (1)   While we share the common belief that children need to spend time The post in question cited a startling statistic: "74% of tweens spend less time outside than prisoners mentioned earlier, studies suggest that a significant percentage of children spend a fair amount of time a company specializing in "brand and reputation" composed the assertion, "74% of tweens spend less time documents/position/outdoor-risky-play 2/  https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/children-spend-less-time-outdoors-than-prisoners_uk

One of the realities of today’s onlife world is that technology, the internet, and social media don’t just connect us to the best of what’s happening in the world, they can also magnify the worst. Incidents that once may have felt distant or contained are now immediate, visible, and often repeated across feeds. Whether we like it or not, youth and teens are going to encounter difficult, sometimes disturbing content online. A question we hear often from parents, caregivers, and educators is not whether kids will see these events, but how to talk about them when they do, because that moment matters. It is an opportunity to either create understanding and support, or unintentionally increase fear and confusion. This is where the work of Dr. Tyler Black, a Canadian based Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, becomes especially valuable. In a recent podcast conversation focused on youth mental health and social media, we explored how young people process what they see online (1) . In doing that research, we came across a resource he has made publicly available at no cost. It is a practical, evidence informed guide that we believe parents, caregivers, and educators should treat much like a first aid kit. Not something you use every day, but something you want close by when you need it most. What stands out in Dr. Black’s approach is that it avoids two common extremes. On one side is doing nothing and hoping kids are unaffected. On the other is jumping into overly formal or intense debriefing that can sometimes do more harm than good. As Dr Black explains: “If we do nothing formal, we’re abandoning kids; if we do debriefing, we’re following the science. The best-supported approach is neither do-nothing nor mandatory debriefing, but layered support.” That idea of layered support is key. It means recognizing that not all youth respond the same way, and not all situations require the same response. Some kids may need a simple, calm conversation. Others may need ongoing check-ins, while others may require more structured support. The resource itself helps unpack several areas that parents, caregivers, and educators often struggle with, including: Common questions kids have when they see news about violence Misconceptions about events like school shootings Evidence-based insights into how children respond to trauma What actually helps, and what doesn’t, when supporting youth after exposure to distressing events What we appreciate most about Dr Black’s work and resource is that it aligns with what we see every day when working with young people. Fear based reactions rarely help. Silence doesn’t help either. However, what does help is informed, measured, and relationship based support. For parents and caregivers, this is not about having the perfect words, it’s about being present, being willing to listen, and being informed enough to guide the conversation in a way that supports, rather than overwhelms. When we understand the environment our kids are navigating, and equip ourselves with evidence-based tools like this, we are far better positioned to help them make sense of what they are seeing, without adding to the noise or the fear. Here’s is Dr Black’s Resource for parents, caregivers, and educators: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1G_sVSXWneev8HaKTlm47yrxzjdv8T_ST/view   Digital Food For Thought The White Hatter Facts Not Fear, Facts Not Emotions, Enlighten Not Frighten, Know Tech Not No Tech Reference: 1/  https://youtu.be/X1wKcBrdOUU?si=S2pgGuCBJdfrbZqu

According to them, new research showed a “causal link” between screen time and anxiety, depression, hyperactivity time, or exercise. Each of these things is measured in different ways such as sleep in hours, screen time in minutes, and If children are engaging in modest amounts of screen time, screen time is educational, and protective Make sure screens aren’t replacing sleep, exercise, or social time.

necessary picture of what many Canadian youth, especially girls aged 12 to 17, are facing behind their screens

Tap on  “Screen Time”. Then, tap on  “Content & Privacy Restrictions”. Tap on  “Allowed Apps”. To make sure your child can't turn it back on, set a passcode in Screen Time settings. (tap  “settings” , tap  “screen time” , tap  “use screen time passcode” ) To ensure that your child can ’t overrise the passcode – tap  “settings” , tap  “screen time” , tap  “content & privacy restrictions

On an Apple iPhone or Apple iPad, this can be done using Apple’s built-in “Screen Time” feature. How To Check Most Used Apps On iPhone or iPad 1/ Open the Settings app. 2/ Tap Screen Time. 3/ Select conversation, curiosity, and reasonable oversight are often more effective than relying only on app lists or screen-time This can provide another helpful window into how a device is being used beyond just looking at screen-time screen time.

Step#2: Set up “Screen Time Passcode” to help prevent your teen from changing any settings that you will Click on the settings button on the main screen Scroll down and tap on “Screen Time” Scroll down and click on “Use Screen Time Passcode” create a passcode, then re-enter the passcode to confirm.  This can be used to reset your Screen Time passcode if you forget it.  Scroll down and tap on “Screen Time” Scroll down and tap on “Content & Privacy Restrictions” Toggle on

Allowances, and the redesigned Screen Time interface are not appearing after updating. Time Has Been Redesigned Apple’s Screen Time has existed for years, but iOS 27 gives it a significant This could make Screen Time considerably more useful. For younger children, a parent’s Screen Time passcode may be required to reveal detected sensitive content If the new Screen Time features aren’t appearing or behaving as expected, check the software versions

This update allows you as a parent or caregivers to  Review your child’s screen time dashboard and set Family Pairing links a parent account to a teen account so you can manage safety, privacy, and screen-time A 60-minute daily screen-time limit  is set by default for all under-18s. You can manage linked accounts and settings from the Family Pairing  screen on your phone at any time Optional: add device-level safeguards Consider turning on Apple Screen Time (2)  or Google Family Link

Now, you will receive a notification whenever your child attempts to download an app. 3/ Use Screen Time Restrictions You can further manage what your child can download by setting up Screen Time restrictions Go to Settings > Screen Time . If Screen Time is off, tap Turn On Screen Time > Tap This is My Child’s iPhone . To restrict app store downloads: Go to Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions .

We already accept certain privacy trade-offs for security reasons, such as airport screenings and financial