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Kids may "sext" to show off or prove their love. How to discuss the consequences. Read...
The trick is to downsize -- not demolish -- your family's reliance on technology over the holidays. Read...
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Eight clever and creative ideas for making reading time as fascinating as screen time. Read...
It's understandable if you don't feel like putting on a happy face every day and keeping your kids optimistic about the future. But don't give up.
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A typical teen's day includes up to nine hours of texting, gaming, watching videos, and posting on multiple social networks — even while doing homework. It's enough to make you wonder: Is my kid addicted to technology? Read...
If you're planning to dip back into the nostalgia zone with your kids, be prepared to discuss issues like sexual assault and consent when they come up.
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From selfies to shout-outs, girls are using social media both to build up and break down their self-image.
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How do you talk about sexual harassment if you haven't even talked about sex?
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Though it's best to start encouraging kids to be lifelong learners when they're little, it's never too late.
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