May 14 2024 45 mins
In this episode Stacy and Lindsay interview two renowned experts on TEENS AND TECHNOLOGY. Dr. Emily Weinstein and Dr. Jacqueline Nesi are psychologists, researchers, and moms who have studied the role of technology in kids’ mental health and development for over a decade. They used their data to create the “Tech Without Stress” course, helping families make more informed decisions about technology. Today they answer all of our questions and break down:
-What teens told them they wish adults understood about tech.
-How we can support kids in managing their friendships during this time of constant communication.
-Questions parents can ask to better understand areas where their kids are struggling. -How to transition from referee to coach in helping kids navigate social media.
-The social support burden that kids report.
-The importance of modeling good boundaries with tech habits.
-The shift away from screen time as a focus and what they found to be a more important factor when deciding on screen limits.
-Research supporting that different kids need different rules and why we have to parent differently depending on each child’s sensitivities.
-The value of “co-viewing” screens with kids of all ages.
-Social media cleanses and curating a social media feed that helps kids feel positive.
-The pros and cons of device use for younger kids.
Our guests suggest that we Take Two by being mindful of how we want technology to fit into our lives. They offer two specific questions to help us reflect on our tech use, in the hopes that we can improve our relationship with social media and technology.
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