“I wake up staring at my phone. I fall asleep to the glow of the very same screen. I think about whether leaving social media would make any difference. It probably won’t, and yet I can’t bear to look away.” Author Michael Seidlinger contemplates our societal fascination with social media in a new Buzzfeed […]
Dr. Tracy Bennett, a psychologist that specializes in internet safety for kids, published two companion articles discussing the teen and tween sexting phenomenon. These articles, titled “Hey Dad, Your Twelve Year Old Daughter Has a ‘Nude Out’” and “Mom, Your Fifteen Year Old Boy Might Be Acting Like an Internet Predator” provide parents with insight into
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Most of us have heard of the “Facebook effect”: that more time on social media is associated with higher levels of depression and more life dissatisfaction. However, a new study has found that the users’ emotional responses after using social media vary based on which social media platform they use. University of Michigan researcher
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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
Here at Clean Router, we have spared no effort to bring you the most secure and convenient internet filtering possible. Intellifilter technology, customizable settings, universal compatibility– it’s all there. But, once we ship the Clean Router off to you, the ball’s in your court. Of course our support team will be happy to help with
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Clean Router has been featured in the Phoenix Business Journal! The article discusses the massive pornography industry ($2.8 BILLION– Wow!) and the need for internet safety both at home and at work. We’ve also talked about some of the exciting new developments at Clean Router, like…. Clean Router Pro, our newest model, has faster service
A special in the Miami Herald last month discusses internet safety for children well as some of the issues surrounding kids and technology. The article gives advice for parents on related subjects including monitoring teens’ online activity, educating themselves on new technology and social media platforms, and teaching kids to protect their personal information online.
“Glued to their phones.” That’s how observers describe most teens, kids, and young adults these days. Even for older adults, disconnecting can require effort. These behavioral patterns can lead to difficulty with face-to-face interaction, dangerous driving habits, obesity, or simply missing out on real life. In our day, preventing a technology dependency requires parental guidance
If internet safety is totally out of your comfort zone, and the thought of your kids online makes your heart stop, you’re not alone. Gwyneth Paltrow agrees. The actress gave an interview with BlogHer last month detailing her struggle with setting limits for the internet with her kids. Her 11 year old daughter, Apple, has
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