Parents, Check Your Own Screen Habits

In this book, danah boyd delves into the lives of teenagers in the digital age, examining how they use social media as part of their everyday practices. The book addresses various issues such as addiction, cyberbullying, socioeconomic inequalities, and digital literacy. boyd highlights the tension between privacy and publicity and discusses the concept of 'networked publics'—public spaces restructured by networked technologies. She also challenges the assumptions about 'digital natives' and provides insights into how teens manage their identities and relationships in online and offline contexts.

In 'The Art of Screen Time', Anya Kamenetz offers a balanced and evidence-based approach to navigating the challenges of digital media in family life. The book provides practical strategies for parents to moderate technology use, leveraging its benefits while minimizing risks. Kamenetz emphasizes the importance of balance, suggesting that screens can be both beneficial and detrimental, depending on how they are used.

Screenwise offers a positive perspective on guiding kids in the digital world, emphasizing the importance of mentoring over monitoring. It provides practical advice on helping children navigate digital challenges such as social media, gaming, and online privacy, while fostering empathy and responsible digital citizenship.