Life after likes: Supporting teen wellbeing beyond social media ban

Now the social media ban is part of everyday life for teens, a new question is emerging for parents: how do we support wellbeing without the constant scroll? When Australia introduced restrictions on social media use for under-16s last December, early conversations...

When teens don’t fit in

Some teens don’t fit in with their peers, and they’re perfectly happy this way. But what can we do if they are distressed at not fitting in?   The first question to ask is whether this is an issue for our teen. Some teens don’t ‘fit in’ with their peers – and...

Tips For Parents to Support the Developing Brain During the Important Age Restrictions on Social Media

The need for age restrictions on social media platforms goes far beyond limiting screen time or protecting children from inappropriate content. Research shows that early, unregulated social-media use intersects with a critical stage of brain development.  A time in...
Teens
Profile: The Social Child

Profile: The Social Child

The Social Child provides strategic journals for kids on bullying and cyber bullying that build resilience, self...