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Lawmakers Aim To Stop Social Media From Pushing Sexual Content On Kids, But Some Worry Their Plans Might Not Work

Executives from TikTok, Snap and YouTube are due to testify Tuesday before the Senate Commerce Committee on the harms their platforms may have on young users. Read the article here: dailycaller.com

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Arcwise October 30, 2021 October 30, 2021Be Aware, porn, Social Media, Uncategorized

The Health Effects of Screen time on Children: A Research Roundup

This research roundup looks at the effects of screen time on children’s health. Source: The Journalist’s Resource

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Arcwise August 15, 2021 August 18, 2021Be Aware, Uncategorized

What Does Too Much Screen Time Do to Kids Brains?

Dr. Jennifer Cross, developmental and behavioral pediatrics expert, explains the harmful effects of too much screen time on early childhood development. Source: NewYork-Presbyterian

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Arcwise July 9, 2021 July 10, 2021Be Aware, PSYCHOLOGY, Uncategorized

The child safety problem on platforms is worse than we knew (via The Verge)

Minors aren’t supposed to use Snap, Facebook, and YouTube — but they are, and experience abuse, harassment, and sexual solicitation Source: The Verge

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iWISE May 19, 2021 May 19, 2021Be Aware, exploitation, Uncategorized sexploitation, Snap, social media

Dangers of Discord (via Protect Young Minds)

Is Discord safe for teens? Learn the dangers of Discord and how you can make it a safer space for your teen. Source: Protect Young Minds

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Arcwise May 4, 2021 May 4, 2021Be Aware, GAMING

YouTube launches new ‘supervised mode’ for kids – but warns it will ‘make mistakes’

YouTube says its moderation system ‘will make mistakes and will continue to evolve over time’ Source: The Independent

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Arcwise March 10, 2021 March 10, 2021Be Aware, Social Media, Uncategorized

Prodigy – Campaign for Commercial Free Childhood

Prodigy, a math game played by millions of students across the U.S., uses manipulative tactics to get kids to want an expensive membership. Source: Campaign for Commercial Free Childhood

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Arcwise February 28, 2021 February 28, 2021Be Aware, exploitation, Uncategorized

Lets Talk About Porn – A Conversation Blueprint by Fight the New Drug

Here is a great resource that will walk you through having “the porn talk” with your child, partner, friend, or parent.  Lots of science and hope for curious minds or those suffering from use. Source: Fight the New Drug

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Arcwise January 22, 2021 January 22, 2021Be Aware, porn

Home – Truth About Porn

A current, ever-growing database dedicated to the research on the harmful effects of pornography. Source: Truth About Porn

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Arcwise January 8, 2021 January 8, 2021Be Aware, exploitation, porn, Uncategorized

Girls Are Posting Sexually Violent Memes to TikTok

Girls are making TikTok memes displaying supposed sex injuries — influenced by a new film streaming on Netflix, “365 Days.” Source: Culture Reframed

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Arcwise December 24, 2020 December 24, 2020Be Aware, exploitation, porn, Social Media, Uncategorized Pornography, social media, TikTok, violence
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