Screentime for Tots: the Pros and Cons
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends no television or screen time for children younger than two years of age. That’s an oft-quoted fact. But, an article in TIME magazine invites parents, doctors, and academics to re-examine this guideline. Contrary to expectations, the article relates, a recent study found that no screen time at all
Social Media and Self Control
A new study suggests that social media is more addictive than either alcohol and cigarettes. Researchers from University of Chicago’s Booth Business School surveyed 205 people and asked them throughout the day what they were craving, then whether or not they had fulfilled that craving. Social media came in ahead of both alcohol
Feature Friday: The TLD Black List
This week, we want to highlight what may be the most underrated Clean Router feature: the TLD Black List. Located about halfway down the menu, the TLD Black List is one of the most effective tools from blocking online pornography. What does TLDR stand for? Top Level Domain As you may remember, the
Kids who watch more TV at two are more likely to be bullied at twelve
A new study in the Journal of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics found that two year olds who watched more television were more likely to be bullied at twelve years old. Researchers followed about two thousand two year olds for ten years. For every extra hour more than average of television (1.5 hours per day),
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#Being Thirteen CNN special examines social media, young teens
“I would rather not eat for a week than get my phone taken away,” said 13 year old Gia. Could your teen ever prefer technology to food? Gia is one of 200 eighth grade participants in a new CNN study on social media and young teenagers. #Being13: Inside the Secret World of
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When Will We Learn That Nothing Digital is Really Private?
Did you know that Google has access to every picture you take on your Android phone? A couple of years ago, some Android/Google users were surprised to receive Google’s version of Facebook’s “Year in Review” slideshow. However, Facebook’s slideshow only used pictures and videos users had purposefully uploaded to Facebook. Google’s slideshow included images
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For kids: “What should I do when I see pornography?”
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has released a video to help parents and children talk about pornography. With statistics indicating that almost all children will be exposed to pornography eventually, the video, titled “What Should I Do When I See Pornography?” teaches children what to do when they see pornography– label
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Dating and Pornography: How to Talk About It
When pornography is viewed by most as “no big deal,” it can be hard for singles to find likeminded significant others. Even men and women in relationships need to talk about their expectations for pornography or suggestive media usage. Verily magazine offers several suggestions for talking about pornography with your husband or wife,