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The Real Threat to Our Kids Is Not Technology, It’s The Abuse & Neglect Happening In The Home
In a world where technology is often painted as the greatest and most current threat to our kids, it’s critical to step back and evaluate the actual risks that endanger Canadian youth and teen’s emotional, psychological, physical and social well-being. While concerns about social media, the internet, and smartphones are valid, they can overshadow deeper,...
Understanding Freedom of Expression, Consent, and Expectations in the Onlife World - Some Thoughts For Parents, Caregivers, and Educators
In today’s onlife world, teens are navigating complex issues like free speech, consent, and personal boundaries, both online and offline. Through our educational programs, “Cyberbullying, Sexting, Sextortion, Nudes, AI-Generated Intimate Images, and Canadian Law” and “Law Studies 11/12 – Social Media, Critical Thinking, and The Law,” we’ve engaged with high school students and encountered thought-provoking...
The Role of Parents and Caregivers in Guiding Children’s Technology Use: Why Legislation Alone Isn’t Enough
In today’s onlife world, technology’s influence on children is a hot topic, sparking debates about who is responsible for mitigating its potential harms. During a recent online discussion we had with others, a participant shared a scenario illustrating their concern on how technology is hijacking our kid’s attention and therefore rewiring their brain – while...
Social Media, The Yellow Brick Road, & The Wizard Of OZ – An Analogy Of Current Public Discourse
Caveat – Recently, we watched the original Wizard of Oz as a family, and we could not help but notice how the theme of this classic is so relevant to today’s moral panic-based narratives being pushed by some surrounding youth and their use of social media. This article builds on the one we just wrote...
Avoiding a Nanny State - Striking the Right Balance in Social Media Accountability Legislation
In today’s onlife world, the growing influence of social media platforms on young people’s lives has sparked intense debates about accountability, regulation, and legislation. While it is imperative to address the risks associated with social media use, including exposure to harmful content, cyberbullying, and privacy breaches, we need to ensure that law makers must be...
Homeowners Beware: Is Your Wi-Fi Security Camera Enough to Protect Your Property?
Recently, a family friend reached out to share a puzzling and concerning incident . They had discovered a wallet, which had been stolen, left in an unusual spot on their property, a location that required someone to walk deliberately up their long driveway. Even more unsettling was that their back gate, which they always keep...
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