Are we giving our kids the iPad too much? This is the question that Nicki and Ashley dive into on today's episode of Scrolling 2 Death. We've all seen kids on their iPads at a restaurant, and maybe even handed one to our own kid. This episode will make you rethink doing this, as there are consequences for your kids, both developmentally and socially.We share the latest research around screen time in children that all parents need to know. A few takeaways:  When kids spend more time in front of screens, they experience higher levels of clinically significant inattention problems. Increased screen time in kids is linked with poorer performance on developmental screening test. Prolonged screen time can result in a thinning of the cortex in some kids (which delays the processing of information).  Research: When kids spend more time in front of screens, they experience higher levels of “clinically significant inattention problems” as well as other ADHD-type behavior issues.  When the amount of daily screen time increased from 30 minutes to more than two hours a day, the problems multiplied by at least five times. Spending a lot of time staring at screens is linked with poorer performance on developmental screening tests later in childhood. Too much screen time may cause physical changes to your brain.  Studies investigate the positive mental and physical benefits of frequent screenless family meals. They show that the amount of time kids spend together during family meals is strongly correlated with academic achievement, fewer behavioral problems, less obesity and reduced rates of teen smoking, drinking and drug use. A quick note: This podcast covers topics such as suicide, disordered eating and traumatic events. Listener discretion is advised. Let’s Talk: This may sound counterintuitive to our message, but go to Instagram and follow us at @scrolling2death. We’re there for you – to have real and honest conversations. Comment on any of our posts and tell us what you’re struggling with related to social media. What would you like us to cover in future episodes? You can also email us at hello@scrolling2death.com with any questions or comments. We'd also love to hear your stories and experiences with social media. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Please take a moment to give us a follow and a 5-star rating, wherever you are listening!Visit our website for more information about Scrolling 2 Death: www.scrolling2death.com Subscribe to this channel for super-special bonus episodes: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scrolling2death/subscribe⁠

In this episode, Scrolling 2 Death co-hosts Nicki and Ashley share the rise in suicide rates and the correlation with the increase in prolonged social media use. We share with you 5 real stories of teens and pre-teens who died by suicide as a result of social media use. RIP: Carson Bride, Jordan DeMay, CJ Dawley, Ian James Ezquerra, Selena Rodriguez and all others who have lost their lives too soon. It's National Suicide Prevention Week (hosted by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention). Their slogan is "Talk away the dark." Here at Scrolling 2 Death, we're dedicated to bringing these conversations to the forefront. Resources & Research: Several studies have indicated  prolonged use of social networking sites may be related to depression.44% of HS students experienced persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness.Almost 20% of HS students have seriously considered suicide.9% have made an attempt to take their own lives w/in the previous year. Suicide rates are nearly 40% higher than 2000.From 2000 through 2020, female suicide rates were consistently lowest among 10–14; however, the rate more than tripled from 2000 to 2020.For females 15–24, rates were stable between 2000 and 2007, then increased 87% through 2020.90 % of teens age 13-17 have used social media.  When a teen is cyber-bullied, only 1 in 10 tell their parents.Support the showA quick note: This podcast covers topics such as suicide, disordered eating and traumatic events. Listener discretion is advised. Let’s Talk: This may sound counterintuitive to our message, but go to Instagram and follow us at @scrolling2death. We’re there for you – to have real and honest conversations. Comment on any of our posts and tell us what you’re struggling with related to social media. What would you like us to cover in future episodes? You can also email us at hello@scrolling2death.com with any questions or comments. We'd also love to hear your stories and experiences with social media. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Please take a moment to give us a follow and a 5-star rating, wherever you are listening!Visit our website for more information about Scrolling 2 Death: www.scrolling2death.com

In this episode, Scrolling 2 Death co-hosts Nicki and Ashley ask themselves the question...is social media safe?Join us as we talk through the four biggest risks that we are exposing ourselves and our children to by using social media, and get into detail on what parents need to know about; online fraud & theft, cyberbullying, exposure to harmful content and social media addictiveness.Nicki also outlines the legislation that exists to protect us from social media risks. CORRECTION: Nicki mentions that Section 230 passed in 1995. The correct year is 1996. Whoops!SUPPORT KOSA: The "Kids Online Safety Act" is a bill that sets out requirements to protect minors from harm on social media platforms. Find out if your state Senator has co-sponsored these bills here. If he/she is not listed, visit their website and contact them. Ask them to co-sponsor KOSA.Resources & Research:U.S. Surgeon's General Report: Social Media & Youth Mental HealthDaily Mail video about sharenting13% of Americans have had social media taken over by another user.1/2 of the young U.S. population has faced bullying online.41% of U.S. adults faced cyberbullying.56% of 11-16 year olds have seen explicit material online.  1/3 of girls 11–15 feel “addicted” to a social media platform.Over 1/2 of teens say it would be hard to give up social media.75% of teens believe tech companies manipulate users to spend more time online.Children and adolescents Support the showA quick note: This podcast covers topics such as suicide, disordered eating and traumatic events. Listener discretion is advised. Let’s Talk: This may sound counterintuitive to our message, but go to Instagram and follow us at @scrolling2death. We’re there for you – to have real and honest conversations. Comment on any of our posts and tell us what you’re struggling with related to social media. What would you like us to cover in future episodes? You can also email us at hello@scrolling2death.com with any questions or comments. We'd also love to hear your stories and experiences with social media. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Please take a moment to give us a follow and a 5-star rating, wherever you are listening!Visit our website for more information about Scrolling 2 Death: www.scrolling2death.com

Scrolling 2 Death is a podcast for parents worried about social media.