Psychology Today

Teens and TikTok: How Parents Shape Social Media Habits

Nine out of ten U.S. teens are using at least one social media platform, with nearly half of teens reporting that they are “online almost constantly” (Pew Research Center, 2024). Past research has ...
New York Post

You don’t have to delete social media — 4 more healthy ways to use it that will reduce stress

Don’t want to ditch social media, but feel like it’s taking a toll on your mental health? You might not have to choose. New research from the University of British Columbia suggests that improving ...
CNN

Kids are getting smartphones at much younger ages than many experts recommend. How to handle it

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 ...
The Conversation

Social media is teaching children how to use AI. How can teachers keep up?

Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping how students write essays, practise languages and complete assignments. Teachers are also experimenting with AI for lesson planning, grading and feedback. The ...