The following content is written by Matt Achhammer for the Empathy Project. https://www.facebook.com/EmpathyProjectOnline/ Empathy starts early. Some scientists theorize and show that we are effectively innately empathetic. That is, we have what are called mirror neurons in our brain that are able to connect on a basic empathetic level with…
Ever wondered if all that screen time is negatively affecting your child’s brain? Bad news, I am afraid. According to all the experts, this electronic screen syndrome (ESS) is causing sleep deprivation, social isolation, behavior problems, and a hyper aroused nervous system. Some paediatricians have estimated that up to 80%…
In a recent conversation with my 13-year-old son he shared that when he and his peers were discussing video games he told them that he is not allowed to play anything where there is killing. For a moment I felt bad about this concerned that my rules could be affecting…
TikTok: The Sound of an App Stealing Your Kid's Life Away | Protect Young Minds
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Just silly dances? Collin Kartchner shares what's REALLY on TikTok and how to talk to kids about freeing themselves from this toxic app.In the attention economy, mindfulness is activism.
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Mindfulness empowers us to personally stand up against an economy that trades our attention — and possibly our well-being — for profit.Second-Hand Screen Time — Myrth
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Myrth founder and CEO Emma McLaren is popping in today to share her experiences with second-hand screen time - the idea that exposure to other people’s screens can affect the rest of us, too, even when we’re not using our own devices.theconversation.com/what-to-teach-your-preschooler-about-internet-safety-87618
What to teach your preschooler about internet safety
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Touchscreen technologies have made it easy for children as young as four to go online. Here are some things to teach them about how to be safe on the internet.Instagram Alert! Are Sex Traffickers Targeting Your Kids? | Protect Young Minds
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Instagram is a playground for sex traffickers and child predators. If your kids are on Instagram or you're considering it, this is a MUST READ!saferschools.ohio.gov/content/cyber_safety
Cyber Safety | Safer Schools Ohio
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Due to COVID-19, kids and adults are online more than ever, often unsupervised in the same space. Help kids stay safe. The Departments of Justice & Homeland Security collaborated with government counterparts from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom along with companies who have partic...www.digitalwellnessinstitute.com/link/PmUux0
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The Digital Wellness Institute strives to be a catalyst for transformational change in the understanding and implementation of digital wellness practices. We offer courses and certificate programs to equip learners with the terminology, models, and tools for creating research-based positive change.How to Teach Internet Safety to Middle School Students
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Staying safe on the Internet is essential for today's youth. But how do you teach students how to be safe online? Learn for yourself with these 7 steps!Free online summit to end sexual exploitation!
