May is National Teen Self-Esteem Month. It is a perfect chance to remember the importance of ensuring that teens are self-aware and feel confident within themselves. Self-esteem is everything towards developing physical and mental well-being and is the focus of this month. I Am Worth More “I Am Worth More,” a non-profit that works to connect teens with helpful resources, sponsors … [Read more...]
National Safer Internet Day
Today, February 8, 2022, is National Safer Internet Day. National Safer Internet Day always falls on the second Tuesday of February. This year, the theme is “together for a better internet”. Fittingly, today is focused upon all stakeholders coming together to make the internet a safer place. Though the goal is making the internet safer for all, the focus will always be the safety of … [Read more...]
Internet Safety For Kids
It's important to maintain rules and guidelines to keep children safe when using computers and other devices to access the internet. Frequently review rules and safety tips with your children to help them stay aware of potential risks. Also, review the sites and content your children access on a regular basis. Being aware of what your child can see, and has seen, will help you keep them … [Read more...]
Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. The campaign raises awareness and provides information about dating risks for parents and teens. It is important to talk openly with your teenagers about dating and the risks. Ensure you develop communication in case they ever feel threatened. Teenagers need to feel safe coming to an adult when they have a problem. Defining Teen Dating … [Read more...]
Augmented Reality Game Risks
In the summer of 2016, the mobile game Pokémon Go launched where players "catch" Pokémon by walking around outside on their phone. This summer, the creators of Pokémon Go released a similar augmented reality game where players have tasks to complete themed in a Harry Potter environment. The game developers made significant changes since the first release of Pokémon Go, but the games … [Read more...]
Social Media’s Impact On Today’s Youth
One thing almost no one escapes from is the media. Children, teens and adults are all affected by the media, even if they don't realize it. While social media does give kids and adults a voice that they may not have had before, there are drawbacks. Online users only see what others want them to see; they see personas that look perfect, which can be harmful to a child's ego. KNOW THE … [Read more...]
