Losing my Teen to the Screen
Good Inside with Dr. Becky
Parental Guidance and Monitoring in the Digital Age
Parents should be proactive in monitoring their children's digital activities such as iMessage to ensure their safety without overly invading their privacy. By regularly checking their messages and being transparent with their kids about it, parents can protect them from potential dangers like cyberbullying. Instead of reacting punitively to inappropriate texts, parents should see it as an opportunity to teach their children appropriate behavior, acting as their coach to help them learn and improve their texting etiquette.
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