Want your child to spend less time on their phone, tablet or gaming device? Start by downsizing your own digital consumption. According to a study published in 2024, one of the strongest predictors of ...

We held out for three and a half years. But disaster loomed: a long-distance trip with dozens of hours in cramped vehicles and no way out. So we discarded all the advice heaped on parents about the ...

We held out for 3½ years. But disaster loomed: a long-distance trip with dozens of hours in cramped vehicles and no way out. So we discarded all the advice heaped on parents about the dangers of ...

Source: Microstock_Growth / EnvatoElements As a neuropsychologist, I frequently have parents inform me that their child prefers to spend all their free time sitting in front of a screen rather than ...

In an era of hyperconnectivity, screen time has become a defining feature – and struggle – of family life. Parents have to consider not only their own habits but the digital boundaries they set for ...

Editor’s note: Kara Alaimo is an associate professor of communication at Fairleigh Dickinson University. Her book “Over the Influence: Social Media Is Toxic for Women and Girls — And How We Can Take ...

The glow of screens has become the backdrop of modern life, weaving through work obligations, social connections and leisure activities. Yet this constant digital presence comes with hidden costs that ...

Devices really do help make learning more flexible, accessible and engaging. Christina Barreto Sixth grade, Yonkers, N.Y. Teachers are constantly competing with their Chromebooks for attention. Wesley ...