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From First Phones To Online Porn: Answers To Your Screentime Questions

Sep 18, 2019
Ana Homayoun, an education consultant and author on social media wellness, shares insights into navigating kids' screen time. She emphasizes empowering children to make informed choices about technology. The discussion covers critical topics like when to give a child their first phone and setting practical boundaries. Homayoun advocates for open conversations between parents and kids regarding online safety, cyberbullying, and even the tricky subject of online pornography, aiming to foster responsible tech use and independence.
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First Phone Considerations

  • Consider circumstances, maturity, and start incrementally when giving a child their first phone.
  • Prioritize hands-on control and establish clear rules for phone usage.
ADVICE

Navigating Social Media

  • Learn the social media landscape and empower kids to reflect on appropriate online behavior.
  • Help them rehearse responses to uncomfortable situations.
ADVICE

Addressing Online Porn

  • Initiate open conversations about pornography with your children, addressing your values without condemnation.
  • Understand their motivations for viewing such content by asking questions.
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