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AI Chatbot Companions II: What Parents Can DO
For each age group, I explain how to start the conversation with your child/teen, how to guide them, how to keep them safe and how to build resilience and trust at the same time.
Aug 6


AI chatbot companions I: what parents must know
AI companions can pose a great risk for children and teens. This post explains everything parents need to know about the rise of these new chatbot "friends.
Jul 10


Your child’s first smartphone - what parents need to know
What parents need to know concerning their child's or teen's first smartphone. The article covers both scenarios whether they have or haven't provided their child or teen with a phone yet. Top tips to know concerning managing device use, protection from online risks, key security settings and how to set up a smartphone usage contract that works.
Mar 19


If not social media, what are the boys doing online?
Overview of what most boys actually do online, what the related risks and impacts are and how parents can best support them.
Jan 30


Why social media affects girls more than boys
Girls get hit harder by the effects of social media than boys, often leading to serious mental health issues - why? What can parents do?
Oct 21, 2024


Why kids/teens (and us!) get hooked to phones and social media
A must-read overview for parents of how addictive design works on developing brains.
Sep 11, 2024


Top 5 risks: What’s your child’s/teen’s data used for online?
Anke explains the top 5 risks of what your child/teens data is used for online and how to prevent it.
Aug 2, 2024


How can a child’s digital footprint start before they’re even born? Why does it matter?
Uncover how your child's digital footprint can begin even before birth. Learn about the top 5 risks and mitigation strategies.
May 10, 2024


"Screentime-creep" during the school holidays ?!
Screen use often increases during the school holidays. Anke shares insights and a personal story on how to get back into balance.
Jul 7, 2023


What parents need to know about different types of screentime
Anke describes the effects of different types of screentime on the brains and bodies of our children, and what to look out for.
May 11, 2023

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