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How to Talk to Kids About Seeing Gun Violence on Social Media in the Wake of the Charlie Kirk and School Shootings (Exclusive)

A gunman shot Charlie Kirk at a college campus on Wednesday, Sept. 10, the same day that another gunman opened fire at a school in Colorado Nordin Catic/Getty for The Cambridge Union; Getty Earlier ... Read More

Parents urged to monitor kids’ social media use for safety

Technology can provide children with new opportunities to learn and connect. But that same technology, especially social media, has the potential to harm and put kids at risk. Read More

5 Ways to Talk to Your Military Kids About Current Events

Military kids hear more than we realize — from school, peers and the world around them. Here are some gentle, practical tips for starting honest conversations about current events and helping kids ... Read More

What happens when you kick millions of teens off social media? Australia’s about to find out

In the next two weeks, social media platforms will start deactivating accounts for children under 16 in Australia under new laws designed to reduce harm online. Other countries are watching, but some ... Read More

Oprah Winfrey praises Australia's social media ban for children

American talk show host Oprah Winfrey has praised Australia's decision to ban social media for under-16s from next week, saying the move would help young people socialise more. Read More

Parents’ guide to the social media ban: how to talk to your kids about the under 16s restrictions

The social media ban is set to stir up some big feelings for young people in Australia. Parents and caregivers have been urged to have important conversations with children under the age of 16 before ... Read More

What your teenage son is really seeing on social media, according to new survey

Kara Alaimo is a professor of communication at Fairleigh Dickinson University. Her book “Over the Influence: Why Social Media Is Toxic for Women and Girls — And How We Can Take It Back” was published ... Read More

Florida law banning kids from social media takes effect after court rules in favor

The challengers lost in court, so Florida’s law banning young teens from having their own social media accounts can now go into effect. Read More

How to talk to your child about peer pressure

Navigating peer pressure is crucial for children facing modern challenges like social media and academic competition. This article offers a heart-cent ... Read More

Malaysia to ban social media for children under 16 next year

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia -- Malaysia plans to ban social media accounts for people under 16 starting in 2026, joining Australia and a growing number of countries pushing tighter digital age limits for ... Read More