The start of the school year means some parents will be asking a big question: is it time for a child’s first phone? Originally published in The Conversation here Safety concerns, particularly around travel to and from school, or being […]
The start of the school year means some parents will be asking a big question: is it time for a child’s first phone? Originally published in The Conversation here Safety concerns, particularly around travel to and from school, or being […]
More safety features that don’t just revolve around parents are needed to keep kids safe on Roblox. My article was originally published in The Conversation here Roblox isn’t just another video game – it’s a massive virtual universe where nearly 90 […]
The Morning Show: Every parent warns their child not to talk to strangers, but did you know that kids’ devices are collecting massive amounts of data on them?
ABC News: Real-life footage of violence or violent video games for our children?
The Conversation: We may want to follow China’s ruling to reduce video game play to 3 hours per week. Will it work in family homes?
Sky News: If you worry that children may be more susceptible to video game addiction than ever, you’re not alone.
Channel 7: With millions of children in lockdown, steps parents can take to help keep their children safe
Around 95% of tweens have a social media account despite the legal age being 13 years. Social media companies are now setting up kid version of their platforms. I discuss the pros and cons of kids using these platforms and what parents need to know and do to keep their child safe.
Video gaming has soared in popularity during the coronavirus pandemic as kids spend more time at home. So how much gaming is too much, what are the long-term effects and how can parents set healthy boundaries?
Daily Telegraph: Want to give your child their first smartphone but not sure they’re ready for it. Here’s the pros and cons of giving a smartwatch first.