Two years ago, the social psychologist Jonathan Haidt’s book about the dangers of social-media became a best-seller—and the subject of some critical eye-rolling. Now, for many, it’s become essential.
Mounting evidence shows that excessive computer use can harm children, so parents are cutting back at home. Now, the debate has shifted to the classroom.
CROTON-ON-HUDSON, N.Y. — A few months before her daughter started kindergarten, Claire Benoist saw a Facebook post that stunned her. Another family with an incoming kindergartner was wondering if it ...
The social psychologist Jonathan Haidt discusses social media’s “subversion of the ability to pay attention on a species-wide level,” how policymakers are intervening, and what more we should be doing ...
According to Ross Gerber, you should pull your kids from coding class. Why? He says its like learning Latin -- it's going to be pretty worthless soon. And given the number of layoffs in AAA gaming ...
When Mark Zuckerberg took the stand before a Los Angeles jury two weeks ago and testified about social media and children's ...
Audi Crooks hears the haters. But Iowa State's star inherited resilience from her mom and joy from her dad. Her high-scoring ...
Your kids will thank you for taking them to Bison’s Bluff, probably right before they refuse to leave and you have to carry them to the car while they dramatically proclaim the injustice of it all.
Preston’s H.O.P.E. Playground Park represents what’s possible when communities prioritize inclusive play spaces. It’s a model that other cities should study and replicate, because every child deserves ...
Kids may be digital natives, but that doesn't mean they understand online risks. Here are five practical tips to start building cybersecurity skills at home.
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