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Reasons "Stranger Danger" Isn't Helping To Protect Kids

We have 10 reasons why parents may want to refrain from saying this phrase to their children. 

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Online Inappropriate Behaviors Aimed At Children Are More Common Than We Think

This goes against the common stereotype of a person who would lure children online.

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Are Dating Apps Safe For Teens?

Connecting with someone who interests them on these apps may seem like fun or, exciting for teens. However, it can also pose some potential risks

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What To Do When Your Tween Is Addicted To Mature Content

Mature content is something not many people talk about, despite the rampant infestation among adolescents.

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The _One Chip Challenge_ Is Being Banned By Schools Across The Country, Here's Why(1)
"One Chip Challenge" Banned By Schools Across The Country

The company states that this chip turns the tongue blue, and while it may seem harmless, it has had some dangerous outcomes.

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Instagram Testing Ways To Verify Ages Of Youth

The parent company, Meta, has stated that the way it would work is that it will conduct a face scan.

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Teens Who Are Being Cyberbullied May Need Additional Support Compared To _Traditional_ Bullying
Cyberbullied Teens May Need Additional Support Compared To Those Who Suffer "Traditional" Bullying

A study was done to look at the effects of routine exercise on teenagers who are experiencing cyberbullying and schoolyard bullying.

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The "Blackout Challenge" Is Trending Again, Here's What To Watch Out For

The “blackout challenge” is when someone restricts their breathing in an attempt to faint.

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Junk Food Ads Are Taking Over Livestream Gaming Platforms, Kids Vulnerable
Junk Food Ads Taking Over Livestream Gaming Platforms & Kids Are Vulnerable

This new research is showing that children may be exposed to ads for energy drinks, junk food, and even alcohol on their gaming platforms.

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Online Interventions Can Help Reduce Teen Depression, Study Finds
Online Interventions Can Help Reduce Teen Depression

The results showed that two online, single-session interventions worked.

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Instagram Launches Take A Break Tool To Help Protect Teens
Instagram Launches "Take A Break" Tool To Help Protect Teens

The way this feature works is simple, and it is to help teenagers get out of the habit of continuous scrolling.

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How To Make Sure Your Teen Stays Safe At A Concert

Teenagers need to be out and be social, but some situations can have mom and dad’s nervous. Concerts are one of those things.

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A Parents Guide To Omegle For Kids
Children Are On The Popular Site Omegle, But Is It Safe?

While we want our children to have chances to communicate and connect with other people, 'stranger danger' is best applied in this situation.

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#Selfinjury Trending On Instagram Among Adolescents, Another Warning To Parents

Adolescents are using social media to post about their self-injury.

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Teens' Positive Online Interactions Keep Them From Loneliness

This can help boost their mental health and keep them from feeling lonely when their community goes into lockdown.

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Apps On Google Play Will Require A Privacy Policy Starting April 2022 (1)
Apps On Google Play Will Require A Privacy Policy Starting April 2022

Starting next spring, all first and third-party app developers will have to provide a privacy statement to have their app on Google Play.

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What Parents Can Do If They're Fearful Of Adult Content Exposure

Parental controls can be just as dangerous as they are helpful because parents may put a lot of trust in these systems,

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“Dry Scooping” TikTok Trend Is Dangerous For Kids

The trend involves a person ingesting protein powder, or other pre-workout supplements right from the container, without mixing it will water first.

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Sharenting: The Do's & Don'ts Of Posting Your Kids Online

Parents are becoming more comfortable with sharing their children in the online world, but is it safe?

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Parents Don’t Ask Teens’ Permission Before Posting About Them Online

90% of 2-year-olds in the US already had a presence online, and it is clearly getting worse as they get older.

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